Published Nov 25, 7:48pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Nov 25, 7:48pm ET
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Updated Nov 25, 7:48pm ET
One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the OKC Thunder hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves. Who has the edge in our Thunder vs Timberwolves pick?
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| Oklahoma City Thunder | -8 (-110) |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | +8 (-110) |
OKC came up short in its previous game against the Trail Blazers. However, it was no contest this time around, as the home team raced out to an early double-digit lead and never looked back en route to an easy 122-95 victory.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the only starter in double figures. He finished with 37 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Ajay Mitchell added 20 points and four assists off the bench while converting all eight of his shot attempts.
OKC's defense limited Portland to 37 percent shooting overall (34-for-92) and 26 percent from beyond the arc.
Following consecutive wins against Dallas and Washington, the Timberwolves have dropped their last two games, including a 117-112 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.
Minnesota led by 10 points with three minutes left in regulation before the Kings rallied to eventually win the game in overtime. It was the second straight outing in which the Timberwolves blew a large lead down the stretch.
Anthony Edwards put up a team-high 43 points, along with seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Julius Randle posted a double-double that included 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Naz Reid added 15 points off the bench.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Thunder have won four of the previous five meetings in this series. Furthermore, OKC is a top-five squad from an offensive standpoint and it boasts the league's best defense. With that being said, going with the defending champs is the safe play here.
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OKC Thunder
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