Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions March 14th 2025

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic March 14th 2025

At 8:00 ET, the Timberwolves (-530) will host the Magic (+394) in a non-conference matchup. Minnesota is currently favored by 10.5 points and has won six straight games. The over/under line for this game is 209 points.

This game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on FDSN. The Magic are 8th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 31-36, while the Timberwolves are 7th in the West at 38-29.

Magic vs. Timberwolves Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Orlando Magic at Minnesota Timberwolves
• Where: Minneapolis at Target Center
• Date: Friday, March 14th
• Betting Odds MIN -10.5, ORL +394 | MIN -530 O/U 209

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The Magic Can Win If…

The Magic improved to 31-36 on the season with a 113-93 road win over the Pelicans on Thursday. Orlando, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 206 points fell short of the 215.5 O/U line.

An 11-0 run early in the game helped the Magic take control, and they dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring New Orleans 36-15. Although the Pelicans outscored Orlando in the 3rd and 4th quarters, the Magic’s 88-65 lead heading into the final period was too much for New Orleans to overcome.

Paolo Banchero’s 34-point, 11-rebound performance led the Magic to a win over the Pelicans, as he shot 63.6% from the field and hit 4 threes at a 50% rate. Franz Wagner added 27 points, shooting 64.7% from the field.

Orlando connected on 13 threes, shooting 39.4% from deep and 51.8% overall. Banchero scored 14 points in the 1st quarter, while Wagner added 12 in the 2nd.

The Magic put on a defensive clinic against the Pelicans, limiting them to just 93 points. Orlando’s best defensive effort came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 15 points. Overall, they kept New Orleans in check, even with a 27-point 3rd quarter from the Pelicans.

Orlando was particularly effective at defending the three, holding the Pelicans to 7 made threes on 28% shooting. The Magic also recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks, while sending New Orleans to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws.

• Through their last ten road contests, the Magic offense has averaged 104 points per game while allowing an average of 109. Orlando posted an overall record of 4-6 while going 4-6 ATS.
• The last three games that Orlando was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.
• Over their last five games, the Magic have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.

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The Timberwolves Can Win If…

The Timberwolves improved to 38-29 on the season with a 115-95 win over the Nuggets on Wednesday. Minnesota, who entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with a dominant 20-point victory. The total score of 210 points fell well short of the 233-point over/under line.

After a 10-0 run by the Nuggets cut the score to 43-41, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring Denver 72-54 the rest of the way. Minnesota led 89-75 going into the 4th quarter and finished strong, holding the Nuggets to just 20 points in the final period.

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a win over the Nuggets with 29 points, 6 assists, and 5 made threes, shooting 41.7% from deep. Julius Randle added 25 points, hitting 3 threes at 60% efficiency, and Jaden McDaniels contributed 16 points and 8 rebounds.

Minnesota made 17 threes as a team, shooting 42.5% from beyond the arc and 47.8% overall. Edwards scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Randle added 7 in the 4th.

The Timberwolves put together a strong defensive performance against the Nuggets, allowing just 95 points on Wednesday. They held Denver to 26 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 3rd, while their best efforts came in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they gave up just 22 and 20 points, respectively.

Minnesota limited the Nuggets to 40% shooting from the field and just 23% from beyond the arc, with Denver making only 7 three-pointers. The Timberwolves also sent the Nuggets to the line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 7 steals and 5 blocks.

• Through their last ten home games, Minnesota has an ATS record of just 5-5. However, their overall record was 6-4 while averaging 117 points per game.
• Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Minnesota has an ATS mark of 7-3 while going 8-2 straight up.
• In their last three games, the Timberwolves have an over/under record of 3-0 and are 3-0 vs. the spread.

The Lean

Not only do we have the Timberwolves winning this one by a score of 130-104, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Timberwolves at -10.5.

Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 209, and our model predicts the Magic and Timberwolves to score a combined 234 points. We recommend betting on the over.

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Red-Hot Timberwolves Host Magic in Search of Seventh Straight Win

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on fire, riding a six-game winning streak as they return home to Minneapolis for a five-game homestand. Fresh off a dominant 20-point road victory over the Denver Nuggets, the Timberwolves are brimming with confidence as they prepare to face the Orlando Magic on Friday night.

Minnesota is locked in a battle for playoff positioning in the Western Conference, and every win down the stretch will be crucial. Meanwhile, the Magic are looking to build momentum after a big win of their own, despite playing on short rest.

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Minnesota’s Stars Leading the Charge

The Timberwolves’ recent surge has been powered by the dynamic duo of Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle.

“We came a long way in our chemistry,” center Rudy Gobert said. “I would say it really starts with ‘Ant’ and Julius. The way they’ve been playing and the way they’ve been making the right play for teammates has been having a tremendous impact for us.”

Edwards has been on an offensive tear, making 20 of his last 37 shots across two games. He leads Minnesota with 27.2 points per game, along with 6.0 rebounds and 4.6 assists.

Randle, the team’s second-leading scorer, is averaging 18.9 points and has provided a strong presence in the frontcourt. He, along with Naz Reid (14.8 PPG), has given the Timberwolves the offensive balance they need heading into the final stretch of the season.

Orlando Looking to Keep Rolling

The Magic are coming off a dominant 113-93 road win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night, led by their own star duo—Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner.

Banchero exploded for 34 points and 11 rebounds, while Wagner added 27 points in a performance that helped Orlando snap out of a rough five-game losing streak.

Veteran guard Cory Joseph also played a key role, scoring 12 points and grabbing six rebounds. But beyond the box score, his leadership and energy have been invaluable for the young Magic squad.

“It’s no excuses,” Banchero said. “Oldest guy on the team, playing hard as (heck). He’s grateful for every moment he has on the court, and he lets us know that.

“It just shows you that we’re all blessed to play this game. That’s a guy that’s been with different teams, won a championship (San Antonio in 2014), and just been everywhere throughout his career. You can’t take the game for granted.”

Wagner and Banchero are now tied as Orlando’s leading scorers, averaging 24.6 points per game. Wendell Carter Jr. remains the team’s top rebounder with 7.4 boards per contest.

A Look at Their First Meeting

Friday marks the second and final regular-season matchup between these two teams. The Timberwolves took the first meeting on January 9, winning 104-89 in Orlando.

Randle led the way in that game with a 23-point, 10-rebound double-double, while Gobert also put up a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds.

However, that game came with a major asterisk—both Banchero and Wagner were sidelined due to injuries. Instead, Goga Bitadze led Orlando with 15 points and eight rebounds in their absence.

Now, with both teams at full strength, the rematch should be a much more competitive showdown.

What’s at Stake?

Minnesota has a prime opportunity to extend its winning streak and continue climbing the Western Conference standings. With a five-game homestand ahead, the Timberwolves can solidify their position before heading into the playoffs.

For Orlando, this game is about proving they can compete with elite teams. After struggling with inconsistency, a win over a scorching-hot Timberwolves team would serve as a huge confidence boost.

With two teams led by rising stars and playing high-level basketball, expect a fast-paced and intense battle in Minneapolis.