The Minnesota Timberwolves will visit the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday evening. Both teams are 2-3 on the season so far. But injuries on both sides are poised to have an impact on this contest. Before the action begins from Charlotte, continue reading to find my Timberwolves vs Hornets prediction from Spectrum Center.
Our Timberwolves vs Hornets Pick
- Pick: Charlotte Hornets +5.5
- Confidence: ★★★☆☆
Game Snapshot
- Matchup: Minnesota Timberwolves @ Charlotte Hornets
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET
- Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, North Carolina
- Broadcast: NBA League Pass
Key Storylines
- The Timberwolves are operating without their star Anthony Edwards, who is out due to a hamstring strain and expected to miss the next couple of weeks. Jaylen Clark is also dealing with a calf injury and he is questionable to compete here.
- The Hornets are also banged up. They have multiple players unavailable. Brandon Miller, Josh Green and Grant Williams are out, while LaMelo Ball is questionable with an ankle issue.
- Defense has been a lingering issue for Minnesota, especially in transition and in the third quarter. They rank in the bottom third of the league in defensive efficiency with Edwards out.
- Both of these teams have lost two games in a row and will be desperate to pick up a win in this contest.
Head‑to‑Head & Betting Trends
- This is the first of two games to be played between these teams during the regular season.
- Charlotte is 3-2 against the spread going into this game.
- Minnesota is 0-5 against the spread this year. They are the only team in the NBA without a win against the spread.
- Both of these teams are 4-1 to the over through their first five games.
Best Player Props to Watch
| Player | Prop |
|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball (Charlotte) | Over 25.5 points (if he plays) |
| Rudy Gobert (Minnesota) | Over 10.5 rebounds |
| Miles Bridges (Charlotte) | Over 19.5 points |
Timberwolves vs Hornets Model Projection
Score Projection: Minnesota Timberwolves 112 – Charlotte Hornets 109
Win Probability: Minnesota 61%, Charlotte 39%
Final Thoughts
This game is a challenge from a handicapping standpoint, as both teams are missing key players that will greatly impact how they play basketball. I’m going to take the points with the Hornets in this contest, as they have a little more upside with LaMelo Ball still having the potential to play in this game. I don’t think either side will play all that well offensively, and the under could be worth considering as well. But my top play for this game is for the Hornets to cover the spread.
