Timberwolves vs. Thunder: Top Prop Bets for January 29, 2026 NBA Clash
The highly anticipated NBA matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder is set for January 29, 2026. Oklahoma City comes into this game favored by 6.5 points, with a total points line of 224.5. This article highlights the top player prop bets available on DraftKings Sportsbook for this exciting clash.
Top Player Prop Bets for Timberwolves vs. Thunder
As the Timberwolves host the Thunder, three player prop bets stand out for bettors looking to capitalize on this matchup:
1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Under 6.5 Assists (+102)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a key player to watch. Currently, he is averaging 6.2 assists this season. However, with teammate Jalen Williams out due to a hamstring injury, his assist numbers have dropped to 5.6 per game over the last five outings. In fact, he has only surpassed 6.5 assists once in this span and just twice in the last twelve games. Despite the Timberwolves playing back-to-back games, they boast a strong fourth-place defensive rating. In two previous matchups against Minnesota this season, Gilgeous-Alexander recorded six and seven assists. Hence, betting on him to remain under 6.5 assists is a logical choice at +102.
2. Anthony Edwards: Over 2.5 Made Three-Pointers (-154)
Anthony Edwards has been exceptional from beyond the arc this season. Averaging 3.5 made three-pointers on 8.4 attempts, he holds a career-high 41% shooting percentage from deep. Notably, Edwards has achieved at least three three-pointers in eight of his last ten games. In two encounters with the Thunder this season, he made five and three three-pointers. Since Oklahoma City tends to focus on protecting the paint, they allow the fifth-most made three-pointers in the league (14.3 per game) at a high percentage (37%). This creates an ideal opportunity for Edwards to excel as a perimeter shooter.
3. Chet Holmgren: Under 18.5 Points (-119)
Chet Holmgren is coming off a strong performance, scoring 20 points in his previous game against the Pelicans, a team with a poor defensive rating (27th). However, facing the Timberwolves will present a significantly greater challenge. Minnesota ranks fourth in defensive rating and has limited Holmgren to just 12 and 14 points in their two previous matchups this season. His shooting percentage against the Timberwolves is a low 38%, compared to his season average of 57.1%. Given these factors, the line of 18.5 points seems too high for Holmgren in this matchup.
Conclusion
The Timberwolves versus Thunder game features intriguing player prop bets that could yield profitable outcomes. Bettors should consider the performances of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Anthony Edwards, and Chet Holmgren as key deciding factors in this exciting NBA clash. With the stakes high and the teams motivated, this matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter.
