The Phoenix Suns (35-38) and Minnesota Timberwolves (41-32) will meet in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The game will broadcast live on NBA TV.
The Timberwolves are 7-point favorites over the Suns on the spread (Timberwolves -7), with the over/under set at 225 total points. Minnesota is a -280 favorite to win outright, while Phoenix is +230 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Suns vs. Timberwolves predictions and NBA picks for Friday, March 28.
Suns vs. Timberwolves Picks, Prediction
My Timberwolves vs. Suns best bet is on Phoenix to cover the spread with the best line currently available at DraftKings. But as always, make sure to shop for the best line using our live NBA odds page.
My Pick: Suns +7
Suns vs. Timberwolves Odds
| Suns Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+7 -110 | 225 -110 / -110 | +230 |
| Timberwolves Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-7 -110 | 225 -110 / -110 | -280 |
- Suns vs. Timberwolves spread: Timberwolves -7
- Suns vs. Timberwolves over/under: 225 total points
- Suns vs. Timberwolves moneyline: Suns +230, Timberwolves -280
- Suns vs. Timberwolves best bet: Suns +7 (-110)
Suns vs. Timberwolves Preview
The Phoenix Suns enter the contest with a 35-38 record, falling short of preseason expectations as Western Conference contenders. Currently only 0.5 games out of the final play-in spot, every game moving forward will have playoff intensity.
Phoenix is looking to bounce back from a 132-102 loss to Boston, despite winning six of their last 10 games. Kevin Durant leads the team with 26.9 points per game, while Devin Booker adds 25.5 points and a team-high 7.1 assists.
Minnesota holds a 41-32 record, sitting eighth in the West after reaching the Western Conference Finals last season. The Timberwolves are just one game behind the final playoff spot and, like Phoenix, will treat every game as a must-win.
Anthony Edwards leads the Wolves with 27.3 points per game, while Julius Randle has been a key addition, averaging 18.6 points and 7.0 rebounds. With both teams in a tight playoff race, this matchup promises high intensity and a postseason feel.
Best Bet: Suns +7 (-110)
Suns vs. Timberwolves Betting Predictions
Suns +7
The Suns are expected to come out strong after their blowout loss earlier this week. Despite the tough outing against the Celtics, they have been playing some of their best basketball over the past month. Minnesota has struggled as a favorite against the spread, holding a 22-33 record.
Nick Richards 10+ Points
Suns center Nick Richards has a favorable matchup against the Timberwolves and has averaged 12.1 points per game in March. Our Pro Report projects Richards to hit that mark again tonight.
Naz Reid 12+ Points
Naz Reid, averaging 14.7 points per game, should also benefit from the game’s tempo.
Facing one of the NBA’s weaker defensive teams, he has a strong chance to put up solid numbers in this spot.
Suns vs Timberwolves Parlay Picks
- Suns +7
- Nick Richards 10+ Points
- Naz Reid 12+ Points
Parlay Payout: +405
Timberwolves vs. Suns Betting Trends
