Published Mar 19, 12:06pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 19, 12:06pm ET
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Updated Mar 19, 12:06pm ET
One of the games on Friday's NBA slate features the Minnesota Timberwolves hosting the Portland Trail Blazers. Who has the edge in our Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers pick?
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| Minnesota Timberwolves | -1.5 (-111) |
| Portland Trail Blazers | +1.5 (-111) |
Minnesota has won two straight, including a 147-111 blowout win against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.
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The game was tight early on before Minnesota took a 72-58 lead into the break. And in the second half, the Timberwolves extended their advantage to 38 points in the fourth on their way to an easy win.
Ayo Dosunmu led the way with 23 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels added 21 points each.
It wasn't all good news for Minnesota, though, as the team announced that Anthony Edwards will be sidelined for 1 to 2 weeks with right knee inflammation.
Following a 109-103 loss to Philadelphia, the Trail Blazers have won two straight. Their latest triumph was a 127-119 victory against the Indiana Pacers.
The Trail Blazers never trailed in this contest; however, they did watch a 17-point deficit shrink to three points in the fourth quarter. But thanks to a 3-point basket from Jrue Holiday and two free throws from Deni Avdija, the road team was able to hold on down the stretch.
Avdija was one of four starters in double figures. He guided the offense with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. Donovan Clingan also had a double-double, as he finished with 28 points and 13 rebounds.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Timberwolves have won nine of the previous 11 meetings in this series, and they are 9-3 across their last 12 outings against the Western Conference.
Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves
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Minnesota Timberwolves
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