The Minnesota Timberwolves were a team on the rise last year. Unfortunately, their front office sold the bag to acquire rim protector Rudy Gobert, and now the Wolves find themselves in ninth in the Western Conference at 20-21. They may now have to play without their third-year wing, per the latest Anthony Edwards injury update. The former first-overall pick has struggled with a hip issue but is yet to miss any time for it. Still, bettors should evaluate whether Anthony Edwards is playing tonight before placing their wagers.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will top off against the Washington Wizards at 7 p.m. ET, which means bettors will know much more about Edwards’ status by the mid-afternoon. Those looking for an edge should heed this advice or check out the OddsShopper tools for sharp NBA bets. Bettors can also try out a one-week free trial of NBA Bet Pro to access cutting-edge betting projections that will update once the Timberwolves announce Edwards’ official status.
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Anthony Edwards Injury Update – NBA Betting Impact
Edwards couldn’t finish Minnesota’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers last Friday due to this hip issue, which originated from a hard fall he took against the Bucks in late December. Fortunately for Minnesota, Edwards then played a full game against the Houston Rockets on Sunday. He shot only 30.8% from the field in the two games while racking up five turnovers.
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The Timberwolves now face the reeling Detroit Pistons. A win will put the Wolves back at .500. The Pistons have lost Cade Cunningham and Marvin Bagley III for the foreseeable future, and they ruled Bojan Bogdanovic, Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart out last night. The Pistons could have just been resting them for a more winnable game, as they played the Philadelphia 76ers last night, but the young team may have its sights set on 2023-24.
Edwards hasn’t missed a game since last March. If he sits, the Wolves will likely start either Austin Rivers or Jaylen Nowell in his stead. Minnesota is already missing Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordan McLaughlin — along with the multitude of reserve players shipped off for Gobert — so expect a short bench as the Wolves lean on their few remaining quality assets.
Timberwolves-Pistons NBA Betting & DFS Advice
The Timberwolves may choose to rest Anthony Edwards due to his recent downtick in efficiency, possibly a function of his injury. The fact they’ll face the Pistons, the worst team in the Eastern Conference, makes that decision easier. However, the Wolves need every win they can get at this point.
Stokastic’s projections still have Edwards playing 33.6 minutes and finishing as the 15th-highest scorer on the slate. That said, his $9,100 salary at DraftKings means he doesn’t have much value. Taurean Prince ($3,200) and Austin Rivers ($3,300) are bargain-bin options who could see significant run if Edwards sits.
The Wolves are 7-point favorites at both DraftKings and FanDuel. That means the books expect Edwards to play — or the Pistons to remain without multiple starters. The Timberwolves are a fourth-worst 18-23 against the spread this year but are 5-4 against the spread as a road favorite. They should close with the advantage even if Edwards sits.
Bettors who think Edwards will play should head to DraftKings to back Minnesota as a 7-point favorite. Getting the -7 before definitive news about Edwards and Detroit’s starters comes out would likely score bettors some closing-line value (CLV). Those new to DraftKings can earn $200 in bonus bets with a $5 wager. Bettors in Ohio can score the same deal but via this link instead!
