Pistons vs. Timberwolves Picks and Prediction – 3/30/2025

Detroit Pistons (42-32) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (42-32)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

• Pistons: 133-122 win vs. Cleveland

• Timberwolves: 124-109 win vs. Phoenix

Head-to-Head:

Minnesota holds a 7-3 record in the last 10 matchups against Detroit. The Timberwolves' defense has been a major factor in these meetings, holding the Pistons under 110 points in five of their last seven games.

Detroit Pistons Breakdown:

The Pistons are on a 3-game winning streak, led by an explosive offense averaging 122.5 points per game in their last 10 contests. Tim Hardaway Jr. has been a key contributor, coming off a 32-point performance against the Cavaliers. However, Detroit’s defense remains questionable, allowing 112.2 points per game during this stretch.

Key Players:

• Tim Hardaway Jr.: 32 points, 7-11 3PT last game

• Malik Beasley: 19 points, 4 assists

• Ausar Thompson: 18 points, 10 rebounds

Minnesota Timberwolves Breakdown:

Minnesota has been one of the league’s top defensive teams, ranking 6th in defensive efficiency while allowing just 110 points per game. The Wolves are 10-3 SU in their last 13 games and continue to dominate at home, covering the total in 9 of their last 10 home games.

Key Players:

• Julius Randle: 25 points, 8 assists, 6 rebounds

• Anthony Edwards: 20 points, 5 assists

• Rudy Gobert: 17 points, 13 rebounds, 4 steals

Betting Trends:

Detroit Pistons:

• 4 of their last 5 games have gone OVER the total.

• 7-3 in their last 10 games.

• 3-7 SU in their last 10 games vs. Minnesota.

Minnesota Timberwolves:

• 10-3 SU in their last 13 games.

• 9 of their last 10 home games have gone OVER the total.

• 5 straight home wins.

Exact Score Prediction:

Minnesota Timberwolves 122 – Detroit Pistons 116

Our Best Bet:

Over 225.5 (-110)

Both teams have been playing at a high offensive pace, and with the Pistons' recent scoring surge, expect another high-scoring affair.