Chicago Bulls vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/22

The Chicago Bulls will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Bulls have a record of 21-22 and are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last two games, beating the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets.

The Timberwolves, with a record of 27-17, are 7th in the Western Conference. Despite their recent three-game losing streak, they have a strong home record of 15-6. This game will be televised on CHSN.

Bulls vs Timberwolves Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Chicago Bulls vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Venue: Target Center
  • Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Timberwolves -9.5 (-109), Bulls +9.5 (-110), Timberwolves MoneyLine -414, Bulls MoneyLine +325, Over/Under 239.5

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have been on a strong run recently, winning four out of their last five games. They scored big wins against the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets. In their most recent game, the Bulls defeated the Clippers 138-110, showcasing their offensive strength.

Nikola Vučević has been a key player for the Bulls, averaging 17 points and 9.1 rebounds per game this season. Coby White is another standout, with an average of 18.5 points per game. The team also relies on Josh Giddey, who contributes with his playmaking skills, averaging 9 assists per game.

The Bulls face some challenges with injuries. Zach Collins is out with a toe injury, and Josh Giddey is questionable with a hamstring strain. Patrick Williams is also questionable with an ankle issue, which might impact the team’s rotation in their upcoming games.

Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a rough stretch in recent games, losing three in a row. Their latest game against the Utah Jazz ended in a 127-122 defeat. Anthony Edwards shined with 38 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

This season, the Timberwolves rank 3rd in points per game with 120.1. They are efficient shooters, holding the 4th spot in both field goal percentage and three-point percentage. Their defense is solid, allowing 115 points per game, which ranks them 12th in the league.

Anthony Edwards leads the Timberwolves with an average of 29.9 points per game. Julius Randle contributes 22.4 points and 7 rebounds per game. Rudy Gobert is a key player in the paint, averaging 11 rebounds per game, though he will need to step up as Terrence Shannon Jr. is out with a foot injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Timberwolves are favored by -9.5 points against the Bulls. Minnesota averages 120.1 points per game and allows 115.0, while Chicago scores 117.9 and gives up 120.0. With the Timberwolves’ strong offense and better defense, picking them to cover the spread seems reasonable. The projected score is Timberwolves 122, Bulls 111.

The over/under line is set at 239.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, but the Bulls’ defense gives up many points. Considering these factors, the total could go over. The projected total score is 233, which is slightly below the line, but the potential for a high-scoring game remains. Thus, the recommendation is to take the over.