Minnesota Timberwolves vs New Orleans Pelicans Preview and Prediction - Dec. 2 | 2025-26 NBA Season

The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the New Orleans Pelicans in one of six NBA games scheduled for Tuesday. This will be the first Timberwolves-Pelicans game of the 2025-26 season.

It has been a different campaign for both teams. The Timberwolves have found some success, boasting a record of 12-8 through their first 20 games. Anthony Edwards has led the charge, averaging 28.9 points and 4.5 rebounds. Julius Randle has also been solid, recording 23.0 points and 7.5 rebounds.

The Pelicans, meanwhile, are 15th in the West as the franchise's struggles continue. Zion Williamson has been the team’s leader, averaging 22.1 points and 5.6 rebounds. Trey Murphy III has also been stellar with averages of 19.7 points and 6.2 rebounds per game.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans game details

The Timberwolves-Pelicans game is scheduled to tip off at 8 p.m. ET from Smoothie King Center. Fans can catch the live broadcast of the matchup on FDSNX, Gulf Coast Sports, and Pelicans+. Alternatively, the game can be streamed with NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans betting lines

Moneyline: Timberwolves (-375) vs. Pelicans (+300)

Spread: Timberwolves (-9.5) vs. Pelicans (+9.5)

Total (O/U): Timberwolves (o235.5) -110 vs. Pelicans (u235.5) -110

Note: Odds are accurate at the time of writing but are subject to change closer to tipoff.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have historically had the upper hand against the Timberwolves, winning 40 out of 78 regular-season games between them. The teams last met in March 2025 with the Timberwolves winning, 134-93.

Heading into Tuesday’s game, Minnesota is on a two-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Pelicans have lost three games in a row.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans predicted starting lineups

Timberwolves

G: Donte DiVincenzo | G: Anthony Edwards | F: Jaden McDaniels | F: Julius Randle | C: Rudy Gobert

Pelicans

G: Jeremiah Fears | G: Trey Murphy III | F: Saddiq Bey | F: Zion Williamson | C: Derik Queen

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans betting tips

Anthony Edwards has an over/under of 29.5 points for Tuesday’s game against the Pelicans. He has been on a roll over the last five games, averaging 37.2 points per game. Taking the over is the safer bet.

Meanwhile, Zion Williamson has an over/under of 23.5 points on Tuesday. Williamson has not been at his best this season and the Pelicans have struggled as a result. He is recording 21.4 points over the last five games. Taking the under seems to be the safer option.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans prediction

Bookmakers have the Timberwolves as favorites to win Tuesday’s game. The Pelicans have an extensive list of injuries and are on a three-game losing streak. Anthony Edwards and Co. look set to grab a comfortable win on Tuesday.

Our prediction: The Timberwolves to win.