Prop Bets: Minnesota Timberwolves VS New Orleans Pelicans 2025-12-04

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans: A Holiday Showdown of "Why Bother?"

The Minnesota Timberwolves (-11.5) are here to play Santa Claus, delivering a 13-8 record and Anthony Edwards’ unstoppable scoring streak (31+ points in six straight games). The Pelicans? They’re the NBA’s version of a forgotten holiday ornament—3-19, missing Zion, and somehow still covering spreads like they’re playing chess against a toddler.

The Spread: Minnesota’s -11.5 line is as inevitable as eggnog at a Christmas party. But hey, the Pelicans have covered their last three games as dogs. Maybe they’ll pull off another 4th-quarter rally… or maybe they’ll just hand the ball to a benchwarmer and call it a night.

The Over/Under: 232.5 points? With the Pelicans’ porous defense and Edwards’ “I’ll score 30 and then some” energy, this game might hit the over. But let’s be real: If the Wolves take a 20-point lead, the Pelicans will probably shoot 0-for-20 and call it a Christmas gift.

Player Props to Watch:
- Anthony Edwards (-122, Over 4.5 Assists): Edwards has dished out 4+ assists in every game this season. He’s basically a point guard in a shooting guard’s body. Take the over—unless he’s too busy dropping 35 to care.
- Julius Randle (-110, Over 21.5 Points): The Pelicans’ big man is averaging 21.5 PPG. But with Rudy Gobert likely to block his shots and eat his lunch, Randle might need a miracle (and a better supporting cast). Lay the points.
- Over 232.5 Total Points: The Pelicans allow 118 PPG, the Wolves average 122. This is a 240-point party waiting to happen. Take the over and enjoy the chaos.

Final Prediction: Minnesota wins by 15, Edwards drops 35/7/7, and the Pelicans’ bench dunks on the mascot. Final Score: Wolves 128, Pelicans 113.

“The only thing covered here is the spread… and maybe the Pelicans’ lack of hope.” 🎄🏀

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