The Minnesota Timberwolves continue their climb up the Western Conference standings when they visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Minnesota enters on a three-game winning streak, while the Thunder are riding an 11-game surge, the longest active streak in the NBA.
Anthony Edwards continues to lead Minnesota amid his ascension to superstar status, averaging 24.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 31 games this season.
Here’s a featured Anthony Edwards prop bet to consider on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday’s matchup.
Best Anthony Edwards Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Anthony Edwards Over 22.5 Points (-120)
Edwards’ scoring output has been consistent all season, and with Minnesota leaning on him offensively, betting the over at 22.5 points feels like a strong play. The Timberwolves’ recent momentum has coincided with Edwards’ ability to step up in key moments, and Tuesday’s contest will likely require similar heroics to keep pace with Oklahoma City.
The Thunder tend to send an early low man when defending in the half-court and are aggressive in trying to slow down top-scoring options, mixing in double teams throughout games. Edwards will have to work for everything he gets. His improved perimeter shooting gives him many options to mix up how he attacks an elite defense like Oklahoma City.
Edwards has yet to face Oklahoma City this season, but he averaged 23.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.0 assists in four games against the Thunder in 2023-24, demonstrating his ability to produce even against one of the NBA’s most defensively sound teams. If he managed to meet that mark again, he’d hit the Over.
Risk is involved, considering Edwards is coming off an underwhelming 14-point outing against the San Antonio Spurs. He’s failed to reach even the 20-point mark in four of his last six games. However, he did have a stretch of four consecutive games of scoring 23 or more points before this period, and he may be due for a strong outing.
This matchup presents a prime opportunity for Edwards to shine on a big stage, and with the line set at 22.5 points, backing the Over appears to offer solid value.
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