Minnesota Timberwolves won the game, which was expected. Minnesota Timberwolves entered the game as the favorite, with a 62% chance to win before the game started.
New Orleans Pelicans did not go quietly, holding the lead during the middle stretches of the game. Their biggest lead was when they had a 62% chance of winning, but ultimately Minnesota Timberwolves managed to take control and pull away for the win.