Wizards vs Timberwolves Picks and Prediction – 2/2/2025

The Washington Wizards look to snap a 16-game losing streak with a victory on Saturday when visiting the Minnesota Timberwolves. Washington is 6-41 and last in the Southeast Division, 17 ½ games behind first place. Washington was defeated by the Los Angeles Lakers 134-96 on Thursday night. Jordan Poole scored 19 points to lead Washington in the loss. Keep up to date with all the NBA action with our expert NBA picks.

Jordan Poole leads Washington in scoring and assists, averaging 20.7 points and 4.9 assists per game. Jonas Valanciunas is the leading rebounder, averaging 8.1 rebounds per game. Kyle Kuzma is second in scoring, averaging 14.5 ones per game, and one of seven players who average double figures in scoring. Washington scores an average of 107.2 points per game.

The Minnesota Timberwolves look for a sixth consecutive win on Saturday when hosting Washington. Minnesota is 27-21 and 3rd in the Northwest division, 11 games behind first-place Oklahoma City. Minnesota defeated the Utah Jazz 138-113 on Thursday night. Anthony Edwards scored 36 points including 16 in the third quarter when the Timberwolves blew open the game.

Anthony Edwards scores an average of 26.4 points per game to lead Minnesota. Julius Randle is second in scoring and the leader in assists, averaging 19.1 points and 4.5 assists per game. Rudy Gobert is the leading rebounder, averaging 10.1 rebounds per game. Minnesota has six players who average double figures in scoring. The Timberwolves score an average of 110.6 points per game.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will win and cover the number on Saturday when hosting the hapless Washington Wizards. Minnesota has covered the number in four of its last six. Washington has failed to cover the number in six of the previous seven, and the Wizards have lost each of the last 16 straight up. Minnesota has the fourth-best defense in points allowed, averaging 108.0 points per game. Final Score Prediction, Minnesota Timberwolves win and cover ATS 121-103.