Target Center will witness an NBA matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. The Los Angeles Lakers are eighth in the Western Conference after winning 13 games and losing 11 so far in the season. The Timberwolves are one spot lower with 12 wins and 11 defeats. While the Lakers try to build on their win against the Trail Blazers, the Minnesota Timberwolves are favored to win this matchup.
The previewing information
Date: December 13, Friday | Time: 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Target Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
TV: FDSN/SportsNet LA
Radio: Altitude Sports Radio 950 AM
Stream: NBA League Pass
Los Angeles Lakers Vs Minnesota Timberwolves Odds, Picks, Moneyline
| Lakers | Timberwolves | |
| Moneyline | +280 | -360 |
| Spread | +8.5 (-110) | -8.5 (-110) |
| Total | o214 | u214 |
*All odds are subject to change depending on the time of this posting
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers took on the Portland Trail Blazers in the previous game, and won with a final score of 107-98. Against the Blazers, LA’s offense was led by Anthony Davis who chalked up 30 points in total, while grabbing 11 rebounds and assisting once. D’Angelo Russell managed another 28 points for the team with five boards and 11 helpers, while Rui Hachimura contributed another 23 points against Portland.
Players to watch:
| PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | |
| De’Angelo Russell | 0.3 | 2.7 | 5.1 | 0.9 | 0.1 |
| Rui Hachimura | 1.8 | 5.4 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Dalton Knecht | 11.0 | 3.5 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.0 |
Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves took on the Golden State Warriors in the previous matchup and lost, 114-106. In that game, Anthony Edwards led Minnesota’s offense with 27 points in total, with five boards and six helpers. Nickeil Alexander-Walker managed 19 points in that game, with a single rebounds and a single assist. Julius Randle and Mike Conley Jr. also contributed to the total with 14 points and 12 points respectively.
Players to watch:
| PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | |
| Anthony Edwards | 26.4 | 5.4 | 4.0 | 1.4 | 0.6 |
| Julius Randle | 20.4 | 7.0 | 4.0 | 0.8 | 0.1 |
| Naz Reid | 12.7 | 5.2 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Los Angeles Lakers Vs Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report
Los Angeles Lakers
| Player | Position | Status | Injury |
| Jalen Hood-Schifino | SG | Out | Hamstring |
| Anthony Davis | PF | Day To Day | Foot |
| LeBron James | SF | Out | Foot |
| Austin Reaves | SG | Day To Day | Pelvis |
| Jarred Vanderbilt | PF | Out | Knee |
| Jaxson Hayes | C | Out | Ankle |
| Christian Wood | PF | Out | Knee |
Minnesota Timberwolves
| Player | Position | Status | Injury |
| Joe Ingles | SF | Out | Soleus |
| Rob Dillingham | PG | Day To Day | Ankle |
Los Angeles Lakers Vs Minnesota Timberwolves Summary and Prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers are bragging a stronger offense in this matchup, but are behind on their defense as many star players battle injuries. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves will make use of their home advantage in this matchup. Take the Minnesota Timberwolves to win, 112-110.
Moneyline: Timberwolves (-360)
Spread: Under 8.5
Total: Under 214
Predicted Score: 112-110, Timberwolves win.
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