Timberwolves vs Pacers: Expert Picks, Predictions & Odds for NBA Showdown Tonight
The Indiana Pacers host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. ET on FDSN-North and FDSN-Indiana.
Game context
Minnesota sits in a fragile playoff position. The Timberwolves would need a 4-0 finish while the Rockets go 1-3 to claim the No. 5 seed. A couple of losses could push Minnesota into the play-in tournament.
Indiana has played well late in the season. The Pacers have pulled multiple upsets as underdogs recently. They also locked in their draft lottery positioning.
Key injuries and player notes
The Timberwolves will be without Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels. Both are among Minnesota’s top three scorers. Their absences reduce Minnesota’s scoring firepower significantly.
Naz Reid has battled a shoulder issue. He has hit this points prop only once in his last 10 games. Reid is 1-of-10 from three in his last two games.
Mike Conley has started five straight games. He scored 14 and 11 in his last two contests. Conley made 7-of-12 from deep across those two games.
Location and timing
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana. Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Updated Apr 7, 2026, 1:06 PM ET.
Odds, spreads and best bets
Current lines list the Timberwolves as 12.5-point favorites. The posted spread is Timberwolves -12.5 and Pacers +12.5. Moneyline odds show Minnesota at -800 and Indiana at +550.
The over/under sits at 232.5 points. The recommended bet is Pacers +12.5 (-105). That pick reflects Minnesota’s injury issues and Indianapolis’ recent form.
Same-game parlay and player prop ideas
- Pacers +12.5
- Mike Conley over 5.5 points
- Naz Reid under 14.5 points
An alternate SGP to consider pairs the Pacers moneyline with Reid under 14.5 points. Those cards hinge on Reid’s limited shooting and Conley’s regained rhythm.
Betting trends and analysis
Indiana is 8-1 against the spread over its last nine games. The Pacers have outperformed spreads by an average of 8.9 points across that span. Their eight ATS wins average a 10.4-point edge over expectations.
Minnesota’s playoff stress and missing scorers make them susceptible to an upset. The Pacers’ late-season momentum supports several expert picks and predictions. Bettors should weigh those trends and the official injury reports.
How to watch
Watch on FDSN-North or FDSN-Indiana. Tip-off is 7:00 p.m. ET.
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