Boston Celtics vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/29

The Boston Celtics will play against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center. Both teams have a 10-8 record as they begin the NBA Regular Season. The game is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM and will be aired on NBCS.

Boston is on a two-game win streak and ranks 9th in the Eastern Conference. Head Coach Joe Mazzulla will lead the Celtics. The Timberwolves, coached by Chris Finch, rank 7th in the Western Conference but have lost their last three games. This game offers a chance for both teams to improve their standings early in the season.

Celtics vs Timberwolves Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Venue: Target Center
  • Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Celtics Spread +7.0 (-109), Timberwolves Spread -7.0 (-109), Celtics MoneyLine +224, Timberwolves MoneyLine -270, Over/Under 227.5

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics are coming off a close win against the Detroit Pistons. Jaylen Brown led the team with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Derrick White also contributed with 27 points and 7 rebounds.

Throughout the season, the Celtics have averaged 114.8 points per game, placing them 22nd in the league. They rank 3rd in both field goal attempts and three-point attempts per game. Despite their scoring efforts, they are 29th in free throws made per game.

Jaylen Brown is the Celtics’ top scorer, averaging 28.2 points per game. However, he is currently dealing with a back injury and is questionable for the next game. Derrick White is probable to play, despite a calf contusion, and Neemias Queta’s status is uncertain due to an ankle sprain.

Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to play at home after a string of losses on the road. In their most recent game, they fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 113-105. Anthony Edwards led the team with 31 points, but they struggled with shooting, making only 41.2% of their field goals.

Despite recent losses, the Timberwolves have strong season stats. They rank 10th in points per game, scoring 118.8 on average. Their three-point shooting is also solid, with a 37.8% success rate, placing them third in the league.

Anthony Edwards is a key player for the Timberwolves, averaging 28 points per game. Julius Randle adds to the scoring with 23.4 points per game. Rudy Gobert contributes with his rebounding skills, grabbing 10.3 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are underdogs with a spread of +7.0 against the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves score 118.8 points per game, while the Celtics allow 110.2 points per game. Given the Celtics’ strong defense, taking the Celtics to cover the +7.0 spread is a reasonable pick.

The total for the game is set at 227.5. The Celtics score 114.8 points per game and allow 110.2, while the Timberwolves score 118.8 and allow 114.2. Adding these numbers suggests a lower total, so the under 227.5 is a good choice.