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Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Game 4 predictions and odds for Western Conference semifinals

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The Minnesota Timberwolves, currently leading the series 2-1, will host the Denver Nuggets for the crucial Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals on Sunday.

After the Timberwolves took both games at Ball Arena to take a early 2-0 lead in the second-round series, the Nuggets went back to the drawing board and bounced back from a rough start to get a crucial 117-90 win over the Timberwolves at Target Center in Game 3.

Three-time league MVP, Nikola Jokic, showcased his brilliance, leading the Nuggets to the crucial win with 24 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists. Jamal Murray also shined for the Nuggets with his performance, contributing 24 points, four rebounds and four assists to the Game 3 win.

Now, Denver will be looking to even the series in Game 4 on Sunday at 8 p.m. ET.

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West Semifinals: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Game 4 predictions

Fox Sports: Timberwolves 113 - Nuggets 108

Staff writes: "Minnesota has a 4-3 record in the last seven head-to-head matchups against Denver. The Timberwolves also have a 5-2 record against the spread when playing the Nuggets. Against the spread, the Timberwolves have failed to cover in four consecutive games, and they were favored in three of those contests."

Bleacher Nation: Timberwolves 114 – Nuggets 108

Staff writes: "The Timberwolves’ offense has been much worse in home games (112.0 PPG) compared to away games (114.0 PPG). However, their defense has been much better in home games (103.7 PPG allowed) compared to their play on the road (109.3 PPG allowed)."

ESPN: Timberwolves have a 59% chance to win

According to ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Minnesota Timberwolves have a 59.3% chance to beat the Denver Nuggets in Game 4.

West Semifinals: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Game 4 betting lines, odds

The Minnesota Timberwolves are favored to defeat the Denver Nuggets in Game 4, according to the BetMGM odds.

  • Spread: Minnesota (-3.5)

  • Moneyline: Minnesota (-140); Denver (+120)

  • Total Over/Under: 204.5

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West Semifinals: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets schedule

Games

Location

Date/Time

TV/Streaming

Game 1

Ball Arena, Denver, CO

Saturday, May 4 at 7 p.m. ET

TNT, Fubo

Game 2

Ball Arena, Denver, CO

Monday, May 6 at 10 p.m. ET

ESPN, ESPN+

Game 3

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN

Friday, May 10 at 9:30 p.m. ET

ABC, ESPN+

Game 4

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN

Sunday May 12 at 8 p.m. ET

TNT, Fubo

Game 5 (If necessary)

Ball Arena, Denver, CO

Tuesday, May 14 at 10:30 p.m. ET

TNT, Fubo

Game 6(If necessary)

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN

Thursday, May 16 at 8:30 p.m. ET

ESPN, ESPN+

Game 7(If necessary)

Ball Arena, Denver, CO

Sunday, May 19 at TBD

TBD

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