Atlanta Hawks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/9

The Atlanta Hawks are traveling to the Target Center to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. This NBA regular season game is set for Monday, February 9, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSS.
The Hawks come into the game with a 26-28 record. They are currently ranked ninth in the Eastern Conference. The Timberwolves hold a 32-22 record and sit at sixth in the Western Conference. Both teams are looking to improve their standing in their respective conferences.
Hawks vs Timberwolves Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Atlanta Hawks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Venue: Target Center
- Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
- Betting Odds: Timberwolves -6.5 (-110), Hawks +6.5 (-111)
Atlanta Hawks Team Preview
The Atlanta Hawks are set to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves next. The Hawks have been putting up solid offensive numbers this season, ranking 8th in points per game with 117.5. However, their defense has been struggling, allowing 118.4 points per game, which ranks them 24th in the league.
Jalen Johnson has been a standout player for the Hawks. He is averaging 23.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game. In their recent game against the Hornets, Johnson scored 31 points and added 9 rebounds and 8 assists.
The Hawks have faced some injury challenges. Jonathan Kuminga is out with a knee injury, while Dyson Daniels is questionable with an ankle issue. These absences may affect their lineup and performance against the Timberwolves.
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a mixed performance recently. They suffered a 115-96 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Anthony Edwards led the team with 23 points, while Julius Randle added 17 points and 8 rebounds.
Despite their recent struggles, the Timberwolves have strong season stats. They score 119.1 points per game, which ranks 5th in the league. Their field goal percentage is 48.1, placing them 4th overall.
Anthony Edwards continues to be a key player for the Timberwolves. He averages 29.6 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. With Terrence Shannon Jr. out due to a foot injury, the team will rely more on Edwards and Randle for scoring.
BTB Betting Pick
The Timberwolves are favored by 6.5 points against the Hawks. With the Timberwolves scoring 119.1 points per game and allowing 114.8, they have a strong chance to cover the spread. The Hawks allow 118.4 points per game, which should give the Timberwolves room to win by more than 6.5 points. The projected score is Timberwolves 122, Hawks 113.
The over/under for the game is set at 237.5 points. The combined points per game for both teams is 236.6, which is very close to the line. However, considering the Hawks’ defensive struggles, especially allowing high points, the game is likely to go over. The projected total score is 235, slightly under, but given the stats, betting on the over is a reasonable choice.