Sports bettors are already familiar with staying nimble, adjusting to injuries and trade rumors. Additionally, NBA oddsmakers are on high alert for any trades that finalize before Thursday’s deadline. But handicapping also entails adjusting to the constantly evolving path of a player and team. A player’s performance is not always predictive.

Analyzing Thursday’s Houston Rockets at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Bulls do all that and still don't appear to have a real plan moving forward. Yet they have a chance to change all that. The basketball world is still reeling from the blockbuster deal pulled off by the Mavericks and Lakers.