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Timberwolves vs. Celtics prediction: Boston favored to win Sunday's NBA game [3/22/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Minnesota Timberwolves vs Boston Celtics predictions for NBA Sunday.
NBA action continues on Sunday at 8:00 PM ET as the Minnesota Timberwolves take on the favored Boston Celtics at TD Garden.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of the Timberwolves vs. Celtics game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature players like Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum and Derrick White, while the Timberwolves will rely on Julius Randle, Ayo Dosunmu and Jaden McDaniels.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Wolves vs. Celtics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the Timberwolves and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Celtics a 79% chance of beating the Timberwolves. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 116-106.
According to our model, the Timberwolves (+10) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 222.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Timberwolves | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10 (-110) | -10 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +360 | -425 |
| Total | o222.5 (-105) | u222.5 (-114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Timberwolves +10 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Timberwolves | +360 |
| Total | Over 222.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Timberwolves +10 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Timberwolves vs. Celtics player props
NBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the Minnesota vs. Boston game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Julius Randle is expected to lead the Timberwolves with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 28 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the Celtics.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Timberwolves prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Timberwolves are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 21 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 41 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 16 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 30 |
| Naz Reid | 13 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 29 |
| D. DiVincenzo | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 28 |
Celtics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 28 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 51 |
| Jayson Tatum | 23 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 45 |
| Derrick White | 16 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 38 |
| P. Pritchard | 16 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 32 |
| Neemias Queta | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 29 |
Wolves vs. Celtics game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Celtics and Timberwolves at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 79% win probability, will likely beat the Timberwolves on Sunday, with Jaylen Brown projected for a game-high 51 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Timberwolves vs. Celtics insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced 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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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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