2024 NBA Playoff Picks: Game 5 Bets

Nuggets Big Favorites in Game 5

Denver Holds Commanding Lead

The Denver Nuggets are in a commanding position heading into Game 5 of their second-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Nuggets are 45-point favorites in the latest Timberwolves vs. Nuggets odds from Caesars Sportsbook, and for good reason. Denver has been dominant at home all season long, going 33-8 in the regular season and 13-1 at home over their last 14 playoff games. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, have struggled on the road this season, going just 16-25 away from home. They also have a poor track record against the Nuggets, losing 10 of their last 12 meetings. With the Nuggets holding a 3-1 lead in the series, it's hard to see how the Timberwolves can come back. Denver is simply too strong at home, and the Timberwolves don't have the experience or the talent to overcome that. Here are our picks for Game 5 of the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets series: * **Nuggets to win** (-650) * **Nuggets to cover the spread** (-10.5) * **Total points to be over 220.5** (-110) We believe that the Nuggets will win Game 5 and cover the spread. We also think that the total points scored will be over 220.5.