The Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves each arrive in the second round riding momentum after eliminating higher-seeded opponents. Now, they meet in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Tuesday night in Minneapolis, with both sides seeking a return to the conference finals.
Golden State will heavily rely on its veteran core. Stephen Curry will be central to that effort, especially against a Timberwolves team anchored by four-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, defensive standout Jaden McDaniels, and rising superstar Anthony Edwards.
Here’s the top Curry prop bet to target on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday’s Game 1:
Best Stephen Curry Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Over 26.5 Points (-115)
Curry enters Game 1 averaging 24.0 points, 5.7 assists, and 5.9 rebounds through seven playoff games this postseason. Although his scoring dipped slightly against the Houston Rockets in the first round, Curry still had strong performances in high-leverage moments, and now faces a team he fared well against during the regular season.
In four games against Minnesota this season, Curry averaged 28.8 points and 7.5 assists. Even with the addition of Jimmy Butler to the Warriors’ offense, Curry’s role as a primary scorer and playmaker remains unchanged. His playoff experience and the need to set the tone early in a new series create a favorable environment for a bounce-back scoring performance.
Facing a Minnesota defense that will likely key in on Butler and test Golden State’s depth, Curry’s quick-trigger shooting and movement off the ball could provide the Warriors a needed offensive boost in a hostile environment.
With Game 1 expected to be a closely contested battle between two surging teams, Curry’s ability to deliver in big moments should be fully displayed. Expect him to push past the 26.5-point mark as Golden State tries to steal home-court advantage.
