Minnesota Timberwolves vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/5

The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New York Knicks in an early NBA regular season game. Both teams have a record of 4-3, making this matchup an even one. The game will be held at Madison Square Garden and will air on ESPN on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

Chris Finch leads the Timberwolves, who are strong on the road with a 3-1 record. Meanwhile, Mike Brown’s Knicks are undefeated at home with a 4-0 record. Both teams come into the game with a two-game winning streak, adding to the excitement of the evening.

Timberwolves vs Knicks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Timberwolves +5.5 (-112), Knicks -5.5 (-109), Timberwolves MoneyLine +174, Knicks MoneyLine -208, Over/Under 229.5

Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves have shown strong performance in their recent games. They secured a 125-109 win against the Brooklyn Nets. Julius Randle stood out with a triple-double, recording 19 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. Donte DiVincenzo also contributed significantly with 25 points and 9 rebounds.

In their victory over the Charlotte Hornets, the Timberwolves scored 122 points. Randle again led the team with 30 points and 7 rebounds. Rudy Gobert made his presence felt with 15 rebounds and added 14 points.

Julius Randle has been a key player for the Timberwolves this season. He averages 26.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. The team’s effective field goal percentage is impressive, ranking 5th in the league at 57.8%. However, they will need to work on their free throw shooting, which stands at 74.7%.

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks recently had a strong performance against the Washington Wizards, winning 119-102. Karl-Anthony Towns led the team with 33 points and 13 rebounds. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby also made significant contributions with 16 points each.

In the game before that, the Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls 128-116. Jalen Brunson was the top scorer with 31 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 20 points and 15 rebounds. OG Anunoby chipped in with 21 points, showing consistency in his performance.

The Knicks are averaging 116.3 points per game this season. They are effective in three-point shooting, ranking second in three-pointers made per game. However, their field goal percentage is lower, sitting at 43.5%, which ranks 27th in the league. Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson are leading the team in scoring, and they will be key players to watch in the upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take the Timberwolves at +5.5. The Timberwolves score 116.9 points per game, ranking them 15th. The Knicks allow 113.6 points per game, making them 7th. The Timberwolves can keep it close with their strong shooting.

For the over/under, go with the under at 229.5. The projected combined score is around 229 points. The Knicks’ defense ranks 7th in points allowed per game, which might keep the game score lower.