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Timberwolves vs. Jazz prediction: Minnesota to win, Anthony Edwards projected for big game in Tuesday's NBA matchup [1/20/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Minnesota Timberwolves vs Utah Jazz predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Utah Jazz will square off with the favored Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action at Delta Center on Tuesday, commencing at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Timberwolves as the most likely winner of the Timberwolves vs. Jazz game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Jazz lineup will feature players like Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George and Brice Sensabaugh, while the Timberwolves will rely on Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Wolves vs. Jazz prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA matchup between the Timberwolves and Jazz 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Timberwolves an 84% chance of beating the Jazz. Our predicted final score has the Timberwolves winning 126-114.
According to our model, the Jazz (+12.5) have a 58% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 244.5 points has a 56% chance of staying under.
Timberwolves vs. Jazz odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Timberwolves | Jazz |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -12.5 (-115) | +12.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -675 | +530 |
| Total | o244.5 (-114) | u244.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Timberwolves vs. Jazz picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Jazz +12.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Jazz | +530 |
| Total | Under 244.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Jazz +12.5 at the spread.
Timberwolves vs. Jazz player props
NBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the Minnesota vs. Utah matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Delta Center.
Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the Timberwolves with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Lauri Markkanen is projected to have 24 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assists for the Jazz.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Timberwolves prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Timberwolves are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 31 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 53 |
| Julius Randle | 24 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 48 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 17 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Naz Reid | 15 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| D. DiVincenzo | 15 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 36 |
Jazz prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Jazz:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Markkanen | 24 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Keyonte George | 22 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 41 |
| B. Sensabaugh | 16 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 28 |
| Ace Bailey | 13 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
| Jusuf Nurkic | 13 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 35 |
Wolves vs. Jazz game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Jazz and Timberwolves at Delta Center is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict the Timberwolves, with an 84% win probability, will likely beat the Jazz on Tuesday, with Anthony Edwards projected for a game-high 53 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Timberwolves vs. Jazz insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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