Minnesota at New York

The general public thinks of these teams as all about offense, but the fact is both Minnesota and the NY Knicks are playing great defense this season. Minnesota is eighth in the NBA in points allowed, the surprising Knicks are 13th. Minnesota showcased that improved defense the last game, an impressive 99-93 win over the mighty Thunder, holding Oklahoma City to 40% shooting and five of 20 from long range. The UNDER is 5-2 in the Timberwolves last seven games against a team with a winning percentage above .600, and the UNDER is 6-1 in their last seven games playing on two days rest. The Knicks can play the physical game in the low post, as well, with Tyson Chandler. They are off a bad defensive game, but Coach Mike Woodson and Carmelo Anthony were ejected for each drawing two technical fouls, as was Tyson Chandler for his scuffle with Chicago's Joakim Noah. Look for a strong defensive game by both teams. Play the Timberwolves/Knicks UNDER the total.