Minnesota vs Dallas Prediction: the Hosts Will Take Game 1

Prediction for the NBA match between Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks, which will take place on May 23rd. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Minnesota

Minnesota had no problems in the first round, beating Phoenix 4-0. The second-round series against Denver was probably the best of the playoffs. After taking the first two away games, the Timberwolves lost three in a row but managed to claim the final victory. However, Chris Finch's team beat the Nuggets at home —115:70—then outplayed the reigning champion on their home court—98:90. In the seventh game, Minnesota regained a 20-point lead.

Dallas

The Mavericks, despite not having a seven-game winning streak yet, have been a team to watch. They faced some tough challenges in both opening rounds, but their underdog status only added to the intrigue. First, Dallas played better than the Clippers in six games, and then they stunned Oklahoma, the top seed in the Western Conference, in six games.

Based on the results of the games against the Clippers and Thunder, it's worth noting not only Luka Doncic, who is averaging 27.3 points, 9.1 assists, and 9.7 rebounds per game, but Kyrie Irving as well—21.1 points, 5.4 assists, and 1.4 steals.

Expert Betting Tips

Unlike the East Finals, where Boston is the clear favorite, we expect a hard-fought battle in the main series of the West. Minnesota still seems to have a better chance of success, but we'll have to wait and see. The Timberwolves demonstrated excellent balanced basketball and passed the reigning champion Denver Nuggets. They'll probably find a way to neutralize the superstars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, but it won't be easy. In the series' first game, we're going with Minnesota and taking the total under.