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Thunder vs. Timberwolves Prediction: Oklahoma City Predicted to Win Game 3 of WCF [2025]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves Game 3 matchup.
NBA Playoffs action continues on Saturday at 8:30PM ET as the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the 2025 Western Conference Finals at Target Center.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Thunder as the most likely winner of Game 3.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Oklahoma City-Minnesota game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Thunder are more likely to win, while the Timberwolves have a lower chance of victory."
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Timberwolves lineup will feature players like Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels, while the Thunder will rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Thunder vs. Timberwolves predictions page.
Wolves vs. Thunder Prediction: Who Will Win Game 3?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NBA Playoffs game between the Thunder and Timberwolves 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Thunder a 58% chance of beating the Timberwolves in Game 3 of the series. Our predicted final score in Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals has the Thunder winning 109-107.
According to our model, the Timberwolves (+3) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 216.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Thunder vs. Timberwolves Game 3 Odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Thunder | Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -3 (-108) | +3 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -142 | +125 |
| Total | o216.5 (-108) | u216.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Thunder vs. Timberwolves Picks and Best Bets for Game 3
Our model's strongest edge in today's Thunder vs. Timberwolves matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NBA picks and NBA best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Thunder vs. Timberwolves Game 3 Player Props
Looking for Oklahoma City vs. Minnesota NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder in scoring, while Anthony Edwards is projected to be the top scorer for the Timberwolves.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
Thunder vs. Wolves Game 3 Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's Game 3 between the Timberwolves and Thunder in the NBA Western Conference Finals is scheduled to start at 8:30PM ET.
- Who: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time: 8:30PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: Target Center
- NBA Playoffs Bracket: Updated NBA Playoffs bracket and schedule
The winner of the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals will progress to the NBA Finals. Game 3 of the best-of-seven series between the Thunder and Timberwolves is at Minnesota's Target Center. Dimers.com's full preview of Saturday's Thunder vs. Timberwolves matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Oklahoma City vs. Minnesota picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Thunder, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Timberwolves in Game 3 of the 2025 Western Conference Finals.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Thunder vs. Timberwolves insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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