I'm on the Over of this Game 1 Mavericks @ Timberwolves series for these reasons:

- Mavericks are a slow paced team, so I see the Timberwolves opting to speed up the pace to limit the mavs time to set up their defensive.

- I'm not sure the mavs have anyone to gaurd Anthony Edwards AND Karl Anthony Towns. KAT stretches the floor well, and that's going to open up the offensive for the Timberwolves to create more three point attempts.

- Kyrie Irving should have a better series after averaging 16 points last series. With his notable contribution, Luka will be able to create more shots for his team (he's likely to be guarded by Jaden McDaniels, their best defender), while Anthony Edwards will be tasked to defend a smaller, quicker gaurd in Kyrie.

- Every meeting with these two teams has gone over 208 this season. All 5 meetings.

Official Play: Over 208

Side Bet: Kyrie over 20.5 points

Hail Mary: Mavericks +4.5