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Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Friday's NBA matchup [3/20/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Portland Trail Blazers vs Minnesota Timberwolves predictions for NBA Friday.
NBA action continues on Friday at 8:00 PM ET as the Portland Trail Blazers lock horns with the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Timberwolves as the most likely winner of the Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Timberwolves lineup will feature stars like Julius Randle, Ayo Dosunmu and Jaden McDaniels, while the Trail Blazers will be led by Deni Avdija, Jerami Grant and Jrue Holiday.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Blazers vs. Wolves prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Trail Blazers and Timberwolves 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Timberwolves a 59% chance of defeating the Trail Blazers. Our predicted final score has the Timberwolves winning 116-113.
According to our model, the Timberwolves (-2) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 231.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Trail Blazers | Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2 (-115) | -2 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -125 |
| Total | o231.5 (-108) | u231.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves 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 | Timberwolves -2 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Timberwolves | -125 |
| Total | Under 231.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Timberwolves to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves player props
Betting on Portland vs. Minnesota NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.
Deni Avdija is expected to lead the Trail Blazers with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Julius Randle is projected to have 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
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.
Trail Blazers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Trail Blazers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 25 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 50 |
| Jerami Grant | 18 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 30 |
| Jrue Holiday | 16 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 36 |
| Scoot Henderson | 13 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
| Donovan Clingan | 12 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 34 |
Timberwolves prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Timberwolves:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 22 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 45 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 17 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 33 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 16 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 32 |
| Naz Reid | 14 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 32 |
| Rudy Gobert | 13 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 38 |
Blazers vs. Wolves game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Timberwolves and Trail Blazers at Target Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Target Center
Conclusion
We predict the Timberwolves, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Trail Blazers on Friday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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