Today’s NBA schedule features several top-tier games, including the matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Trying to get an edge in betting on the NBA? Check out our detailed examination of the game predictions for all of the important matchups today below.

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NBA Spread and Total Picks – October 22

Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks

• Spread: Celtics -5.5
• Spread Pick: Celtics (Projected to win by 11.7 points)
• Total: 221.5 points
• Total Pick: Over (223.6 total projected points)
• Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
• Game Location: TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts
• TV Channel: TNT
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Max (Regional restrictions may apply)

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

• Spread: Timberwolves -1.5
• Spread Pick: Timberwolves (Projected to win by 3.5 points)
• Total: 219.5 points
• Total Pick: Over (226.1 total projected points)
• Game Time: 10:00 PM ET
• Game Location: Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California
• TV Channel: TNT
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Max (Regional restrictions may apply)

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