Minnesota vs San Antonio. NBA Match Prediction
Minnesota and San Antonio will meet in Minneapolis on December 30. Will the Timberwolves be able to continue their winning streak, or will the Spurs show character and get an important away victory? - read our forecast

Command Analysis

Minnesota Timberwolves

Current form
The Timberwolves have settled into the middle of the Western Conference standings and are looking to maintain that position. The team recently broke through a slump by winning two games in a row. Minnesota beat Dallas (105-99) and narrowly defeated Houston (113-112).
The star duo of Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards surprised with their efficiency once again, confirming their status as the main attacking force of the club. The next match will be an important test, as the opponent will be San Antonio, a competitor for a place in the playoffs. Minnesota strives to extend its successful series, but to do so, it needs to show its best capabilities.
Disqualifications and injuries
Joe Ingles will miss the next match due to injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Timberwolves have won 3 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
Projected lineup: Randle - McDaniels, Gobert - Conley, Edwards.

San Antonio Spurs

Current form
The Spurs are in ninth place, but their position remains precarious. Gregg Popovich team is struggling to get to the next level, although it has shown signs of improvement recently. After two losses in a row, San Antonio beat Brooklyn (96:87), demonstrating a confident game on defense.
Victor Wembanyama has once again emerged as a key figure, making a significant contribution to the team success. The next game will be a major step in the fight for eighth place, and the visitors intend to do everything in their power to give Minnesota a run for their money.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the meeting with an optimal line-up.
Interesting facts for betting
Spurs have won three of their last five matches.
Probable line-up: Sohan - Barnes, Wembanyama - Vassell, Paul.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Minnesota win
The Timberwolves have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
1.70Bet 1st quarter: total under 52.5 points
Only 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 52 points scored in the first quarter.
1.90Tip and bets
Minnesota is feeling better at home, but it is too early to talk about complete stabilization. The team is on the rise after two wins in a row, but San Antonio is also in good shape and is ready to take risks for the sake of victory.
The opponents are approaching the match without any serious personnel losses, which promises a tense fight. In our opinion, the Spurs will be able to demonstrate character and fight to the end.
Our prediction is a San Antonio victory with a handicap of (+8) points for 1.70
Bet on total
The game is unlikely to be productive. Minnesota may face a tight defense from the visitors, which will force the hosts to slow down. Therefore, a bet on the under total looks justified.
Forecast - total under 216 points for 1.76
Bet on statistics
The Timberwolves are unlikely to beat the individual total in the upcoming match. The team is not in optimal shape and will most likely not show high efficiency against the organized defense of San Antonio.
Prediction - Minnesota individual total under 110.5 points for 1.90