Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Timberwolves vs. Thunder matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Jalen Williams, Forward, Oklahoma City Thunder $9,400

In the 81 games that Williams has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2024 NBA season (including playoffs), Williams is averaging 21.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 81 games that Jalen Williams has played for the Thunder this season, Williams has averaged 40.3 Draftkings points a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Jalen Williams perform in the most recent matchup? In the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 114-98 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves two days ago, Thunder forward Jalen Williams played rather well. More specifically, Williams compiled 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists and five steals in the Thunder’s victory over the Timberwolves.

In summary, I think Jalen Williams reasonable Draftkings price of $9,400 presents outstanding value. For that specific reason, I am backing Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,800

Guard Anthony Edwards has been the driving force behind the Minnesota Timberwolves success on the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 89 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 89 games that Anthony Edwards played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage, and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

More recently, in the Timberwolves 121-110 defeat of the Golden State Warriors one week ago, Anthony Edwards amassed 57.3 Draftkings points.

In conclusion, I fully expect Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards to continue his outstanding play in tomorrow evening’s matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tomorrow night’s Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Point Guard (Oklahoma City Thunder) $12,400: Mike Conley, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $4,800: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,200.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into this series with all the momentum in the world after running past the Warriors in five games. But they find themselves in a real battle after getting trounced by the Thunder in a 114-88 road defeat on Tuesday in Game 2. 1. Julius Randle led the team with 28 points, eight rebounds and one assists while Anthony Edwards added 18 points with nine rebounds and three assists, but no other player finished in double figures in scoring.

As a team, the Timberwolves shot just 34 percent from the field and 15 of 51 from the 3-point line as they fought hard to take the narrow lead into halftime. But that all changed in the second half, where they managed just 40 points to get blown out in the end. Mike Conley had a rough game as he shot just two of eight for his seven points, while Naz Reid shot just one of 11 for his four points off the bench. But the biggest story of the night was Edwards, who looked hampered after taking a tumble in the first half.

Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t have too much time to rest before this series after taking down the Nuggets, but they are now in prime position after taking care of business in Game 1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the team with 31 points, nine assists and three steals, Jalen Williams added 19 points with eight rebounds, five assists and five steals while Chet Holmgren chipped in with 15 points, seven rebounds and two blocks.

As a team, the Thunder shot 50 percent from the field and 11 of 21 from the 3-point line as they played well to trail by just four points at halftime despite a terrible start. Before they caught fire with 70 points in the second half to make it look easy in the end. The Thunder were terrific on the defensive end as they held the Timberwolves to just 34 percent shooting from the field, and they did a particularly good job on Edwards, who was held scoreless in the fourth quarter.

Why the Oklahoma City Thunder will win

• The Thunder have won 11 of their last 12 night games at Paycom Center.
• The Timberwolves have lost six of their last seven Western Conference Finals games.
• The Thunder have covered the spread in each of their last six home games following a home win.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six Western Conference Finals games.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Timberwolves have won four of their last five games as underdogs against the Thunder following a loss.
• The Thunder have lost five of their last seven playoff games as favorites against Northwest Division opponents following a win.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against the Thunder following a loss.
• The Thunder have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games following a win.

Oklahoma City Thunder Player Facts

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranks 1st amongst qualified players for points per game (32.7) this season.
• Cason Wallace ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.8) this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Thunder vs Timberwolves Prediction

The Timberwolves will be so disappointed that they are behind in the series, as they really let a good opportunity slip on Tuesday. The Timberwolves should’ve done better to capitalize on the Thunder’s poor shooting start to the game, but instead, it was the Thunder who were growing in confidence as they trailed by just four points at halftime.

There was real concern for a while in the Timberwolves’ camp as Edwards spent plenty of time in the locker room during the game, but played through a niggle and put together his worst quarter during these playoffs. The Thunder were already brimming with confidence coming into this series, but they will know that a minor slip up in Game 2 could see them surrender home-court advantage. The line seems a bit hefty, but the Thunder showed they can really silence the Timberwolves if they can keep a lid on Edwards, and I think we will see more of the same in this contest.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Warriors in five games and are in the conference finals for a second straight season. The Timberwolves will play for the first time in six days and have won seven of their last eight games. The Timberwolves have won three straight road games.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 108.2 points on 46.5 percent shooting and allowing 101.1 points on 43.3 percent shooting. Anthony Edwards is averaging 26.5 points and 8 rebounds, while Julius Randle is averaging 23.9 points and 5.9 assists. Jaden McDaniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Naz Reid is grabbing 3.6 rebounds. The Minnesota Timberwolves are shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Timberwolves are allowing 34.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42 rebounds per game.

Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Nuggets in seven games, and they’re in the conference finals for the first time since the 2015-16 season. The Thunder are 5-1 at home in these playoffs. The Thunder will play their fourth game in the last week.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are averaging 117.1 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 104.2 points on 41.6 percent shooting. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 29 points and 6.4 assists, while Jalen Williams is averaging 19.6 points and 5.4 rebounds. Chet Holmgren is the third double-digit scorer, and Isaiah Hartenstein is grabbing 8.7 rebounds. The Oklahoma City Thunder are shooting 31.9 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Oklahoma City Thunder are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.2 rebounds per game.

Why the Oklahoma City Thunder will win

• The Thunder have won each of their last seven home games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
• The Timberwolves have lost each of their five previous Western Conference Finals games following a win.
• The Thunder have covered the spread in each of their last five home games following a home win.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six road games when playing with a rest advantage.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Timberwolves have won seven of their last eight playoff games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Thunder have lost five of their last six playoff games as favorites against Northwest Division opponents following a win.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in 16 of their last 17 games as underdogs when playing with a rest advantage.
• The Thunder have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games following a win.

Oklahoma City Thunder Player Facts

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranks 1st amongst qualified players for points per game (32.7) this season.
• Cason Wallace ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.8) this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Thunder vs Timberwolves Injury Report

The Thunder will be without Nikola Topic.

The Timberwolves don’t have any players listed on their injury report.

Thunder vs Timberwolves Prediction

As I’ve said before, the Thunder are going to be favored in nearly every game, and they’re the safest bet in sports, where they’re 59-31-4 ATS on the season. With a 40-7 SU record at home, the Thunder should be favored. However, this line is disrespectful. The Timberwolves are a good team that has the rest advantage and has the experience of being in the conference finals last year.

It seems like everybody thinks the Thunder will have their way in this series, and I don’t get it. The Nuggets, who had like three and a half reliable / heathy players, just took the Thunder to seven games. The Timberwolves are healthy, deeper and can play a variety of ways with their size. It feels like nobody is taking the Timberwolves or that they’re fluky, and I just don’t get it. Since February, the Timberwolves are 5-2 SU as an underdog. I wouldn’t be shocked if the Timberwolves won this series, so getting points with them is the side I’m going to be on.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Timberwolves vs. Thunder matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $12,000

Point Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. With that said, how has Gilgeous-Alexander performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review the veteran point guard’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 85 games that point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 85 games that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played for the Thunder this season, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 53.3 Draftkings points a contest.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Minnesota Timberwolves thrilling 131-128 overtime win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in February, Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played exceptionally well. More specifically, Gilgeous-Alexander amassed a massive 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, three steals and three blocks in the Timberwolves victory over the Thunder.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,600

Guard Anthony Edwards has been the driving force behind the Minnesota Timberwolves success of the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 89 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen Williams, Forward (Oklahoma City Thunder) $9,400: Mike Conley, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $5,400: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,400.

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Before we dive into the Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $12,000

Point Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. With that said, how has Gilgeous-Alexander performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review the veteran point guard’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 83 games that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

More recently, in the Minnesota Timberwolves 112-105 defeat of the Denver Nuggets two days ago, Oklahoma City point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander amassed a massive 55 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,800

Talented center Nikola Jokic has been the driving force behind the Denver Nuggets success on the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Jokic’s player data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 82 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season Jokic is averaging 29.1 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 82 games that Nikola Jokic has played for the Nuggets this season, Jokic is averaging a rather impressive 67.1 Draftkings points a contest.

Considering the elevated importance of tonight’s Western Conference playoff game, I fully expect Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic to continue his outstanding play.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen Williams, Forward (Oklahoma City Thunder) $9,200: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,600: Michael Porter Jr., Forward (Denver Nuggets) $6,200.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Warriors vs. Timberwolves matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $12,200

Guard Anthony Edwards has been an essential part of the Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup this season. Having stated that, how has Edwards performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to answer that question.

In the 88 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 88 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.9% field goal percentage, a 39.8% three-point percentage and an 83.3% free throw percentage.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-110 win over the Golden State Warriors two days ago, Anthony Edwards played exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. Edwards amassed 30 points, four rebounds, five assists and two steals in the Timberwolves defeat of the Warriors.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, Anthony Edwards is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Draymond Green, Forward, Golden State Warriors $7,200

Forward Draymond Green has been a key contributor for the Golden State Warriors this season. Let’s take a look at Green’s player data from this season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 79 games that Draymond Green has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Green is averaging 9.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.1 blocks, and 1.5 steals a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 79 games that point Draymond Green has played for the Warriors this season, Green is averaging 29.1 Draftkings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jimmy Butler, Forward (Golden State Warriors) $11,200: Mike Conley, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $4,400: Donte DiVincenzo, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $5,400.

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Golden State Warriors Betting Preview

The Golden State Warriors are now battling to stay alive and avoid a fourth straight defeat after getting stopped in their tracks by the Timberwolves in a 117-110 home defeat in Game 4 on Monday. Jonathan Kuminga led the team with 23 points on six of 13 shooting, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler each scored 14 points, while Buddy Hield chipped in with 13 points.

As a team, the Warriors shot 43 percent from the field and eight of 27 from the 3-point line as they fought hard in the first half to take the narrow lead. Only to get completely blown out in the third quarter by 39-17 to trail by as many as 21 points. Brandin Podziemski had another rough outing as he shot just three of 14 for his 11 points, while Kuminga was the only bench player to score more than eight points.

Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves are now just one win away from advancing to the second round after running past the Warriors in a crucial 117-110 road win on Monday. Julius Randle led the team with 31 points on 11 of 21 shooting, Anthony Edwards added 30 points with five assists, while Jaden McDaniels chipped in with 10 points and 13 rebounds.

As a team, the Timberwolves shot 49 percent from the field and 16 of 34 from the 3-point line as they kept pace with the Warriors in the first half. Before they broke free with 39 points in the third quarter to take a 21-point lead and cruise to victory. Mike Conley had yet another poor game with just 11 points on two of nine shooting, Donte DiVincenzo scored just nine points off the bench while Naz Reid had just five points with five turnovers.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Timberwolves have won eight of their last nine games at Target Center.
• The Warriors have lost seven of their last eight games at Target Center following a home loss.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight Western Conference Semifinals road games.

Why the Golden State Warriors will win

• The Warriors have won five of their last six playoff games as road underdogs following a loss.
• The Timberwolves have lost four of their last five playoff games as home favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Warriors have covered the spread in each of their last six road games against Northwest Division opponents following a loss.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five playoff games as home favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Golden State Warriors Player Facts

• Draymond Green is one of only three qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.0 threes, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks this season.
• Jimmy Butler has recorded three career playoff triple-doubles.

Timberwolves vs Warriors Prediction

The Warriors are still shorthanded, with Stephen Curry targeting Game 6 as his earliest return date, while the Timberwolves are coming in with a full squad once again. The Warriors were able to hang tough with the Timberwolves in a tightly contested first half on Monday, but they just didn’t have the firepower to respond after getting rocked in the third quarter.

The absence of Curry was truly felt in the Game 4 loss, as the Warriors might have been able to pull off the upset at home, but they had to rely on role players like Kuminga and Green for offense. This is tough against a defensive minded Timberwolves. The Timberwolves now have a big opportunity to seal the deal at home in Game 5. I think they get the job done, but this line just seems too hefty for this contest, so I will take the Warriors with the points.

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Before we dive into the Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Denver vs. Oklahoma City matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,400

Talented center Nikola Jokic has been the driving force behind the Denver Nuggets success on the basketball court this season. Let’s examine Jokic’s player data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 81 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season Jokic is averaging 29.1 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Examining the data just presented more closely, in the 81 games that Nikola Jokic has played for the Nuggets this season, Jokic is averaging a rather impressive 66.8 Draftkings points a contest.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Nikola Jokic is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $12,000

Point Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. With that said, how has Gilgeous-Alexander performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review the veteran point guard’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 82 games that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

More recently, in the Timberwolves 92-87 defeat of the Nuggets last night, Gilgeous-Alexander amassed 44 Draftkings points.

Considering the elevated importance of tomorrow night’s Western Conference playoff game, I fully expect Oklahoma City point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to continue his outstanding play.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jalen Williams, Forward (Oklahoma City Thunder) $9,800: Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $9,400: Christian Braun, Guard (Denver Nuggets) $6,600.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Warriors vs. Timberwolves matchup.

Captain-Buddy Hield, Guard, Golden State Warriors $5,400

Guard Buddy Hield has been a standout performer for the Golden State Warriors this season. Having stated that, how has Hield performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Hield’s game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to answer that question.

In the 93 games that guard Buddy Hield has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA season, Hield is averaging 11.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.4 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 93 games that Buddy Hield has played for the Warriors this season, Hield compiled a 41.7% field goal percentage, a 37% three-point percentage and an 82.8% free throw percentage.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, Buddy Hield’s low Draftkings price of only $5,400 presents the best fantasy value on this slate. For that specific reason, I am backing Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,600

In the 87 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer the data just presented, in the 87 games that Anthony Edwards has played this season, Edwards is averaging 32.1 Draftkings points a contest.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Minnesota Timberwolves thrilling 102-97 win over the Denver two days ago, Anthony Edwards certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Edwards amassed 36 points, four rebounds, four assists and one block in the Timberwolves defeat of the Nuggets.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA Western Conference playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jimmy Butler, Forward (Golden State Warriors) $10,600: Rudy Gobert, Center (Minnesota Timberwolves) $7,800.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves are now in control after taking a 2-1 series lead with a 102-97 road win over the Warriors on Saturday. Anthony Edwards led the team with 36 points on 13 of 28 shooting, Julius Randle racked up a triple-double of 24 points with 10 rebounds and 12 assists while Jaden McDaniels chipped in with 15 points, six rebounds and two blocks.

As a team, the Timberwolves shot 43 percent from the field and 13 of 34 from the 3-point line as they struggled to get going and looked to be in trouble when they trailed by six points in the fourth quarter. Before they went on a pivotal 21-9 run to reclaim the lead and pull away for the narrow win and cover on the road. Mike Conley had another quiet game as he scored just seven points on three of nine shooting, while the bench combined for just 11 points.

Golden State Warriors Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors are now in a bit of trouble after coming up just short to the Timberwolves in a tough 102-97 home defeat in Game 3 on Saturday. Jimmy Butler III led the team with 33 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Jonathan Kuminga added 30 points with six rebounds and three assists off the bench. Buddy Hield chipped in with 14 points and five assists, but no other player finished in double figures in scoring.

As a team, the Warriors shot 43 percent from the field and 10 of 23 from the 3-point line as they played excellent defense to start the game. They held the Timberwolves to just 40 points in the first half to lead for most of the game, until the fourth quarter, where they went cold and opened the door for the Timberwolves to slip away. Draymond Green had a rough outing as he scored just two points with five turnovers before fouling out of the game, while Brandin Podziemski finished with just five points on one of 10 shooting.

Why the Golden State Warriors will win

• The Warriors have won each of their last seven night games following a home loss.
• The Timberwolves have lost four of their last six playoff games as favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Warriors have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against Northwest Division opponents following a loss.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven Monday games as favorites.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Timberwolves have won each of their last eight games as road favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Warriors have lost four of their last five home games against Timberwolves teams that held a winning record.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in five of their last six games as road favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 Monday games at Chase Center.

Golden State Warriors Player Facts

• Draymond Green is one of only three qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.0 threes, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks this season.
• Jimmy Butler has recorded three career playoff triple-doubles.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Warriors vs Timberwolves Prediction

The Timberwolves expect to have a full squad once again while the Warriors are still missing a key player in Stephen Curry who remains out with a hamstring injury. The Timberwolves were far from convincing in their narrow win in Game 3, but in the end they were good enough to take advantage of a shorthanded Warriors team on the road. It was certainly a close contest from start to finish thanks to big games from Butler III and Kuminga, but they got next to nothing from Podziemski who had a game to forget on Saturday.

The Timberwolves were far from dominant in Game 3, but they were able to pull away behind the strength of their defense, which held the Warriors to just 97 points on Saturday. The pressure is on the Warriors to defend their home court and square up the series, but they are so much easier to defend when Curry is on the sidelines. So, I will stick with the Timberwolves to take care of business once again.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Warriors vs. Timberwolves matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $12,000

Guard Anthony Edwards has been an essential part of the Minnesota Timberwolves starting lineup this season. Having stated that, how has Edwards performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to answer that question.

In the 86 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season, Edwards is averaging 27.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 86 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.9% field goal percentage, a 39.8% three-point percentage and an 83.3% free throw percentage.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Golden State Warriors 117-93 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves two days ago, Anthony Edwards certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Edwards amassed 20 points, nine rebounds, five assists, three steals and one block in the Warriors defeat of the Timberwolves.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, Anthony Edwards is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Draymond Green, Forward, Golden State Warriors $8,400

Forward Draymond Green has been a key contributor for the Golden State Warriors this season. Let’s take a look at Green’s player data from this season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 76 games that Draymond Green has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Green is averaging 9.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.1 blocks, and 1.5 steals a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 76 games that point Draymond Green has played for the Warriors this season, Green is averaging 29.5 Draftkings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Jimmy Butler, Forward (Golden State Warriors) $11,200: Donte DiVincenzo, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,200.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves needed to respond after dropping the series opener against the Warriors and they did just that with a 117-93 win in Game 2 on Thursday. Julius Randle led the team with 24 points, seven rebounds and 11 assists, Anthony Edwards and Nickeil Alexander-Walker each scored 20 points while Jaden McDaniels chipped in with 16 points on seven of 10 shooting.

As a team, the Timberwolves shot 50 percent from the field and 16 of 37 from the 3-point line, but they set up this win with their defense. They were always in control after limiting the Warriors to just 15 points in the first quarter. Mike Conley scored just six points on two of five shooting while Rudy Gobert finished with just five points but they were hardly needed as the Timberwolves cruised at home in a game in which they never trailed.

Golden State Warriors Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors will be hoping for a better effort after coming out flat against the Timberwolves in a demoralizing defeat in Game 2. Jonathan Kuminga led the team in scoring with 18 points off the bench, Jimmy Butler III added 17 points with seven rebounds and four assists, Buddy Hield and Trayce Jackson-Davis each scored 15 points. Brandin Podziemski chipped in with 11 points, six rebounds, and six assists.

As a team, the Warriors shot 44 percent from the field and nine of 32 from the 3-point line as they fell behind right away, and they could never find their footing without Stephen Curry on the court to spread the floor out. The Warriors still did a decent job of winning the rebound battle, but they shot themselves in the foot with 20 turnovers, which meant they could never get on any sustained run to threaten the Timberwolves.

Why the Golden State Warriors will win

• The Warriors have won each of their last 12 playoff home games against Northwest Division opponents.
• The Timberwolves have lost four of their last five playoff games as favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Warriors have covered the spread in each of their last six games against Northwest Division opponents following a loss.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games as road favorites following a win.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Timberwolves have won each of their last six games following a home win.
• The Warriors have lost nine of their last 12 Game 3s of a Western Conference Semifinals series.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last five games as road favorites against Pacific Division opponents.
• The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games at Chase Center.

Golden State Warriors Player Facts

• Draymond Green is one of only three qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.0 threes, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks this season.
• Jimmy Butler has recorded three career playoff triple-doubles.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Warriors vs Timberwolves Prediction

The Timberwolves are coming in with the same squad once again, while the Warriors are still missing Stephen Curry, who remains without a timetable for his return. With the series shifting back to the Chase Center, you would expect the Warriors’ role players like Podziemski, Moody, and Hield to step up. But what is concerning is that the Timberwolves won Game 2 so easily despite a quiet game from Edwards, who can go big on any night. The Warriors are tempting as the underdogs at home, but they aren’t nearly as dangerous without Curry on the court, so I will stick with the Timberwolves to take the lead in this series.

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Before we dive into the Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s Oklahoma City vs. Denver matchup.

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $13,000

Center Nikola Jokic has been the leader in the paint that the Denver Nuggets have needed to win games this season. With that said, how has the talented center performed from a data standpoint? Let’s review Jokic’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to answer that question.

In the 79 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA season Jokic is averaging 29.1 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 79 games that Jokic has played this season, Jokic is averaging a robust 67.1 Draftkings points a game.

It should be noted that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How has Jokic performed? In the Denver Nuggets thrilling 121-119 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder earlier this week, Nuggets center Nikola Jokic certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Jokic amassed 42 points, 22 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in the Denver Nuggets defeat of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Nuggets victory over the Thunder, Denver center Nikola Jokic tallied a whopping 83.1 Draftkings points. What did we learn for the information just provided? Clearly, Jokic can post a high number of DFS points on any given night. I fully expect that trend to continue in this evening’s Western Conference playoff matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

In my view, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in tonight’s playoff game. For that specific reason, I am backing Nikola Jokic as the captain for this single game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Point Guard, Oklahoma City Thunder $11,800

Veteran point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has quickly established himself as one of the best point guards in the National Basketball Association today. Let’s examine Gilgeous-Alexander’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games) to better illustrate his contributions to his team.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Nuggets vs. Timberwolves matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $12,000

Talented guard Anthony Edwards has been the floor general that the Minnesota Timberwolves have needed to win games this season. With that said, how has Edwards performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 85 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Edwards is averaging 27.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 85 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

These two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Golden State Warriors 99-88 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves last night, Anthony Edwards played rather well. Let me be more specific. Edwards amassed 23 points, 14 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals in the Warriors defeat of the Timberwolves.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, Anthony Edwards is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Draymond Green, Forward, Golden State Warriors $8,400

Forward Draymond Green has been a key contributor for the Golden State Warriors this season. In the 75 games that Draymond Green has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Green is averaging 9.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.1 blocks, and 1.5 steals a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 75 games that point Draymond Green has played for the Warriors this season, Green is averaging 29.5 Draftkings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA playoff game (Draftkings price noted): Rudy Gobert, Center (Minnesota Timberwolves) $8,000: Jimmy Butler, Forward (Golden State Warriors) $11,200: Donte DiVincenzo, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,200.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Timberwolves vs. Lakers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,200

Veteran guard Anthony Edwards has been the driving force behind the Minnesota Timberwolves success on the basketball court this season. With that said, how has Edwards performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 84 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Edwards is averaging 27.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 84 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Golden State Warriors 116-115 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in January, Anthony Edwards played exceptionally well. More specifically, Edwards amassed 28 points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in the Warriors defeat of the Warriors.

What did we learn from the data just presented? Clearly, Anthony Edwards can post a high number of DFS points on any given night. I fully expect that trend to continue in tonight’s Western Conference playoff game.

In my view, Anthony Edwards is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Stephen Curry, Point Guard, Golden State Warriors $11,400

Talented point guard Stephen Curry has been the driving force behind the Golden State Warriors success on the basketball court this season. Let’s take a look at Curry’s game data from the 2024 NBA season to better illustrate Curry’s overall contributions to his team.

In the 79 games that point guard Stephen Curry has played for the Golden State Warriors in the 2024 NBA season (including playoff games), Curry is averaging 24.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.4 steals a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 79 games that point guard Stephen Curry has played for the Warriors this season, Curry is averaging 43.5 Draftkings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in tonight’s game (Draftkings price noted): Rudy Gobert, Center (Minnesota Timberwolves) $8,000: Draymond Green, Forward (Golden State Warriors) $7,800: Donte DiVincenzo, Guard (Minnesota Timberwolves) $7,000.

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Golden State Warriors Betting Preview

The Golden State Warriors are growing in confidence after outlasting the Rockets in a thrilling seven-game series, but they won’t have much time to recover after beating the Rockets by 103-89 on Sunday. Buddy Hield was misfiring all series, but he came up big in the series decider as he drained nine 3-pointers to finish with 33 points. Stephen Curry added 22 points with 10 rebounds and seven assists, while Jimmy Butler III chipped in with 20 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.

As a team, the Warriors shot just 47 percent from the field and 18 of 43 from the 3-point line, but they played excellent defense from the start, limiting the Rockets to just 39 points in the first half to control the contest early on. Before they caught fire in the fourth quarter to lead by as many as 20 points at one stage.

Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be fully rested coming into this series after taking care of the Lakers in a comfortable five-game series in the first round. Anthony Edwards has been leading the way during these playoffs with averages of 26.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 6.2 assists per game. Julius Randle is averaging 22.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game. Jaden McDaniels is averaging 17.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. Naz Reid is averaging 11.6 points off the bench. As a team, the Timberwolves scored 107.4 points per game while shooting 44.1 percent from the field and 32.3 percent from the 3-point line.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Warriors have lost each of their last 12 games as road underdogs after winning as underdogs.
• The Timberwolves have won each of their last seven games at Target Center.
• The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven Western Conference Semifinals games following a win.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last six home games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.

Why the Golden State Warriors will win

• The Warriors have won 19 of their last 20 playoff games against Northwest Division opponents.
• The Timberwolves have lost three of their last four playoff games as favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in each of their last nine home games after winning as underdogs.
• The Warriors have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games against Northwest Division opponents.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Golden State Warriors Player Facts

• Stephen Curry ranks 1st amongst qualified players for FT% (93.3%) this season.
• Draymond Green is one of only three qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.0 threes, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks this season.

Timberwolves vs Warriors Prediction

The Warriors could be slightly shorthanded for this one as Gary Payton II is listed as questionable, while the Timberwolves have ruled out Rob Dillingham once again. The Warriors have already been tested in these playoffs, but they came up clutch when the stakes were highest, so they will be quietly confident of their chances against the Timberwolves.

They beat them in three out of four meetings during the regular season. The Warriors have already shown that they have the lineups to be able to draw the Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert away from the basket, so we could see extra minutes for Naz Reid in this matchup. I get why the Timberwolves are favorites at home, but the line just seems a bit too hefty for this matchup. I’m not saying the Warriors pull off the upset, but I like their chances to keep this close till the final buzzer.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Timberwolves vs. Lakers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,200

Veteran guard Anthony Edwards has been the floor general that the Minnesota Timberwolves have needed to win games this season. With that said, how has Edwards performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 83 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA regular season, Edwards is averaging 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 83 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Anthony Edwards perform in the most recent matchup? Who prevailed? In the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers three days ago, Anthony Edwards played rather well. More specifically, Edwards amassed 43 points, nine rebounds, six assists and one block in the Timberwolves defeat of the Lakers.

What did we learn from the data just presented? Clearly, Anthony Edwards can post a high number of DFS points on any given night. I fully expect that trend to continue in tonight’s Western Conference playoff game.

In my view, Anthony Edwards is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA playoff game. With that said, I am backing Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards at the captain position for this one game DFS NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

Julius Randle, Power Forward, Minnesota Timberwolves $9,200

In addition to guard Anthony Edwards, power forward Julius Randle has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. Let’s review Randle’s relevant game data from this season (including playoff games) to better shed light on his overall contributions to his team.

In the 73 games that power forward Julius Randle has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season (including playoff games), Randle is averaging 18.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 0.7 steals a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Luka Doncic, Point Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $12,800: Austin Reaves, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $8,800: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,400.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be eager to book their ticket to the second round after outlasting the Lakers in a thrilling 116-113 home win in Game 4 on Sunday. Anthony Edwards led the team with 43 points, nine rebounds and six assists, Julius Randle added 25 points with seven rebounds and three assists while Jaden McDaniels chipped in with 16 points, 11 rebounds and three assists.

As a team, the Timberwolves shot 42 percent from the field and 14 of 36 from the 3-point line as they wasted an early lead and looked to be in trouble when they trailed by 12 points in the third quarter. Before they clicked into gear on the defensive end and dominated the fourth quarter by 32-19 to run down the Lakers and take a commanding 3-1 series lead. Rudy Gobert had a quiet game of just five points on one of six shooting, while Mike Conley finished with just two points on one of five shooting.

Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers will be hoping for a better result after coming up painfully short to the Timberwolves in a demoralising loss in Game 4 on Sunday. Luka Doncic tried his best as he led the team with 38 points on 13 of 28 shooting, LeBron James added 27 points with 12 rebounds, eight assists, three steals and three blocks, Rui Hachimura tallied 23 points while Austin Reaves chipped in with 17 points.

As a team, the Lakers shot 45 percent from the field and 19 of 47 from the 3-point line as they opened the third quarter on a 14-0 run to seemingly take control of the contest. However, they went ice-cold and managed just 19 points in the fourth quarter to allow the Timberwolves off the hook in a disappointing finish. The Lakers got plenty of scoring from their starters but just six points from their bench, all of which were from Dorian Finney-Smith, who played 41 minutes.

Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win

• The favorites have won 17 of the last 18 games between the Timberwolves and Lakers.
• The Timberwolves have lost each of their last five Game 5s of a playoff series.
• The favorites have covered the spread in nine of the last 10 games between the Timberwolves and Lakers.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in three of their last four road games following a win.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Lakers have lost four of their last five playoff games as home favorites.
• The Timberwolves have won eight of their last nine games against Western Conference opponents.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in nine of their last 10 Western Conference First Round games.
• The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against Northwest Division opponents.

Los Angeles Lakers Player Facts

• LeBron James ranks 1st amongst qualified Forwards for assists per game (8.2) this season.
• Luka Doncic is one of only four players to have recorded a 40+ point triple-double this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Lakers vs Timberwolves Prediction

The Timberwolves must be brimming with confidence after they took a commanding 3-1 series lead on Sunday, as they were able to call on their elite defense in the fourth quarter when it mattered most. The Lakers now find themselves on the brink of elimination after failing to hang onto a 12-point third quarter lead in Game 4. However, there is plenty of room for improvement, as they got just six points from their bench while Reaves was battling foul trouble all night. We should be in for another close contest, but in a must-win game, I have the Lakers getting the job done at home.

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Before we dive into the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Timberwolves vs. Lakers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Julius Randle, Power Forward, Minnesota Timberwolves $9,000

Veteran power forward Julius Randle has been a standout performer for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. Let’s review Randle’s relevant game data from this season (including playoff games) to better shed light on his overall contributions to his team.

In the 72 games that power forward Julius Randle has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season (including playoff games), Randle is averaging 18.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 0.7 steals a contest.

It is noteworthy that these two teams have met multiple times this season. How did Julius Randle perform in the most recent matchup? In the Minnesota Timberwolves dominant 116-104 win over the Los Angeles Lakers two days ago, Julius Randle played rather well. More specifically, Randle amassed 22 points, five rebounds, four assists and one steal in the Timberwolves defeat of the Lakers.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Timberwolves victory over the Lakers, Randle tallied 35.8 Draftkings points. Considering the elevated importance of this afternoon’s Western Conference playoff game, I fully expect Julius Randle to play at a high level.

In my opinion, Julius Randle’s reasonable Draftkings price of only $9,000 presents the best fantasy value on this NBA slate. For that specific reason, I am backing Julius Randle at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Anthony Edwards, Guard, Minnesota Timberwolves $11,000

Veteran guard Anthony Edwards has been the floor general that the Minnesota Timberwolves have needed to win games this season. With that said, how has Edwards performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s examine Edwards game data from the 2024 NBA season to answer that question.

In the 82 games that guard Anthony Edwards has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2024 NBA regular season, Edwards is averaging 27.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.6 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 82 games that Anthony Edwards has played for the Timberwolves this season, Edwards compiled a 44.7% field goal percentage, a 39.5% three-point percentage and an 83.7% free throw percentage.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Luka Doncic, Point Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $12,800: Austin Reaves, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $8,600: Naz Reid, Forward (Minnesota Timberwolves) $6,800.

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LA Lakers Betting Preview

The LA Lakers need a win to even up the series at 2-2. Five of the Lakers last seven losses have come on the road. The Lakers have lost three of their last four games overall.

The LA Lakers are averaging 97.7 points on 44.1 percent shooting and allowing 106 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 28.3 points and 9 rebounds, while LeBron James is averaging 26 points and 8.7 rebounds. Austin Reaves is the third double-digit scorer, and Rui Hachimura is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The LA Lakers are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 83.9 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Lakers are allowing 37.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves look for another home win to take a 3-1 series lead. The Timberwolves have won 19 of their last 24 games since March 2. The Timberwolves have won six straight home games.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 106 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 97.7 points on 44.1 percent shooting. Anthony Edwards is averaging 25.3 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Julius Randle is averaging 21.7 points and 5 assists. Jaden McDaniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Naz Reid is grabbing 4.3 rebounds. The Minnesota Timberwolves are shooting 37.9 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Timberwolves are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38.7 rebounds per game.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Lakers have lost each of their last eight playoff road games.
• The Timberwolves have won each of their last 14 games as favorites against the Lakers.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in eight of their last nine Western Conference First Round games.
• The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against Northwest Division opponents.

Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win

• The Timberwolves have lost each of their last three playoff games as favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
• The Lakers have won three of their last four games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
• The Lakers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight day games against Pacific Division opponents.

Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts

• Rudy Gobert ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (66.9%) this season.
• Anthony Edwards ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.1) this season.

Los Angeles Lakers Player Facts

• LeBron James ranks 1st amongst qualified Forwards for assists per game (8.2) this season.
• Luka Doncic is one of only four players to have recorded a 40+ point triple-double this season.

Timberwolves vs Lakers Injury Report

The Lakers will continue to be without Maxi Kleber due to a foot injury.

The Timberwolves will be without Rob Dillingham due to an ankle injury.

Timberwolves vs Lakers Prediction

I had the Timberwolves winning this series before it started, so their success hasn’t surprised me. The Lakers aren’t getting consistent production from guys not named LeBron and Luka, and now Doncic is dealing with an illness. The Timberwolves are big, physical, and they make life difficult scoring wise.

The Timberwolves are also playing their best ball of the season, winning 19 of their last 24 games. The Lakers are 3-6 ATS in their last nine games as an underdog. The Lakers also have just 19 wins on the road this season, which isn’t great. The Timberwolves are just a hot, confident bunch that has to know they have the Lakers on the ropes. I’ll lay the bucket with the Timberwolves in game 4.

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