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Chicago Bulls vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Preview, Predictions and Picks for February 5, 2025

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Feb 5, 2025 9:16 AM
The Minnesota Timberwolves, who are currently holding onto the seventh spot in the Western Conference, are set to host the Chicago Bulls at the Target Center on Wednesday, February 5th at 8:00 PM. The Timberwolves, led by their 27-23 record, look to build on their 1-0 head-to-head advantage in the season series against the Bulls, who are sitting at 22-29 and 10th in the Eastern Conference. Expect a competitive matchup as both teams fight for crucial non-conference wins.
Chicago Bulls vs Minnesota Timberwolves

Current Odds

CHI
MIN
Over
228.5
+100
Under
227.5
-105
CHI
+11.5
-105
MIN
-11.5
+100
CHI
ML
+460
MIN
ML
-499

Minnesota Timberwolves recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/3/25 vs Sacramento Kings L 116-114
2/1/25 vs Washington Wizards L 105-103
1/30/25 @ Utah Jazz W 138-113
1/29/25 @ Phoenix Suns W 121-113
1/27/25 vs Atlanta Hawks W 100-92

Chicago Bulls recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/2/25 @ Detroit Pistons L 127-119
1/31/25 @ Toronto Raptors W 122-106
1/29/25 @ Boston Celtics L 122-100
1/27/25 vs Denver Nuggets W 129-121
1/25/25 vs Philadelphia 76ers L 109-97

Minnesota Timberwolves injuries

  • Julius Randle (PF): Out
  • Donte DiVincenzo (SG): Out

Chicago Bulls injuries

  • Dalen Terry (F): Day-To-Day
  • Adama Sanogo (C): Day-To-Day
  • Talen Horton-Tucker (SF): Day-To-Day
  • Tre Jones (PG): Out
  • Zach Collins (PF): Out

Bulls vs Timberwolves game info

Type Info
Venue Target Center
Location Minneapolis, MN
Tip-off Wed 8:00 PM

Bulls vs Timberwolves predictions

Chicago Bulls fans, it's time to gear up for an action-packed showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves! Let's start with Nikola Vucevic, the center we're banking on to put up 19 points and dominate the boards with 11 rebounds. Ayo Dosunmu will likely to have an influential performance, potentially dropping 14 points while deftly adding 5 assists to his tally. The buzzing backcourt action doesn’t stop there, as Coby White could push the pace, scoring around 18 points and tossing in a few key assists for good measure. Keep an eye on Josh Giddey, as his ability to create plays and add to the assist column is crucial for keeping the Bulls' offense flowing smoothly on the court.

As for the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards will surely be at the center of their offensive game plan. Expect him to be electric on the floor, netting an impressive 27 points and keeping fans on the edge of their seats with his agility and flair. Next up in the effort will be Rudy Gobert, who is bound to protect the rim with gusto, hauling in upwards of 13 boards. His prowess on defense adds an extra layer of fortification to Minnesota's game. Meanwhile, Naz Reid promises to deliver with a strong performance, complementing Gobert with around 19 points and solid rebounding numbers to boot. Don't count out Jaden McDaniels either; he’s another pivotal player who can swing the game with his potential to add roughly 14 points and keep it tight on defense.

In today's NBA landscape, predicting the outcome between such fiercely matched contenders isn’t as clear-cut as one might hope. Yet, when we weigh the overall capabilities and recent track performances, the Minnesota Timberwolves seem to just edge out as the stronger team this time around, owing in part to their in-form stars like Edwards and Gobert. With their solid home record and a bit of momentum under their belt, they could very well handle business on their own turf. However, as we know, in the world of sports, anything can happen. What do you think? Could the Bulls pull off a surprise victory? Grab your popcorn and let's see it unfold!

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