The Memphis Grizzlies are on the road at the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. The Memphis Grizzlies standings show they come into the game with a 15-25 record on the season. The Grizzlies are 13th in the Western Conference. Memphis is coming off a win at home over the Golden State Warriors.
Grizzlies vs Timberwolves Picks
Our final betting pick for this game is the Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5 and the OVER between them and the Memphis Grizzlies.
- Pick 1: Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5
The Minnesota Timberwolves come into the game with the top record in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 20-11 on the season. The Timberwolves have won three straight games. Minnesota downed the Pistons in Detroit on Wednesday. The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Memphis Grizzlies 127-103 on December 8th, 2023. It is time to take a look at our latest Grizzlies vs Timberwolves picks and parlays:
Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves Odds
Here are some NBA Odds today for this game on the NBA schedule:
- Spread: Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5, Memphis Grizzlies +11.5
- Total: 225.5
- Moneyline: Minnesota Timberwolves -650, Memphis Grizzlies +475
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves Picks & Parlays
Here is a look at our Grizzlies vs Timberwolves picks and parlays:
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Pick
- Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5
Minnesota wins and wins big. Sorry, Memphis.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Parlay
- Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5
- OVER 225.5
Despite the Grizzlies struggling to score, the Timberwolves make up for our picks and parlays. Take the OVER as Minnesota wins. We like a 130-100 type game here in favor of Minnesota.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Information
Before we give you a Minnesota Timberwolves score prediction, here is some information on their game:
Memphis Grizzlies (15-25) vs Minnesota Timberwolves (29-11)
Location of the game: Target Center; Minneapolis, MN
Date & Time: Thursday January 18th, 2024; 9:00 pm CST
How to Watch: TNT
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Analysis
Grizzlies’ Rollercoaster Season: From Morant’s Suspension to Injuries
The Memphis Grizzlies have been through all sorts of issues this season. First, the Ja Morant suspension, then his return, and now he is out for the season. Marcus Smart is also out for the next several weeks. The Grizzlies, despite that, have played better basketball as of late. The Grizzlies are better on the road than they are at home. Memphis has won 11 road games, to 4 home games.
The Grizzlies are led in scoring by Desmond Bane. The guard is scoring 24.4 points per game, and dishing out 5.3 assists per game. But, the injury bug continues, as Bane hurt his ankle in the January 12th game and will miss six weeks. Memphis as a team is one of the lowest-scoring teams in the league with 108.3 points per game. Jaren Jackson Jr is also having a monster season with 21.2 points per game and 5.7 rebounds.
Memphis is at the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, the Toronto Raptors on Monday, and the Miami Heat on Wednesday. The next home game for the Grizzlies will come Friday against the Orlando Magic.
Can Minnesota Maintain Their Winning Streak with Tough Games?
For Minnesota, in the win over the Pistons, they saw three guys score 20+. Anthony Edwards and Karl Anthony Towns both scored 27, while Jaden McDaniels added 23. Rudy Gobert scored 19 points and ripped down 16 rebounds for Minnesota as well. Edwards leads the team with 26, while Towns is up to just shy of 22 per game.
The Timberwolves have been winning games with their talent on the offensive side, but their ability to guard and keep teams out of the pain. Minnesota is first in defensive rating, at 1097 per game. The Timberwolves also clean up the glass, as they are averaging 44.2 rebounds per game.
Following this game, the Timberwolves are home on Saturday against Oklahoma City, and then on Monday, they will take on Charlotte. Following that, the Timberwolves are on the road for four straight; with stops in Washington, Brooklyn, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Picks
Minnesota is going to win this game. Sure, it’s their second straight, but they are just better and more put together than Memphis. The Grizzlies are trying really hard, and playing hard, and grabbing some wins. But, sometimes teams like this just fall flat on their face. This is one of those. Minnesota wins this game big over Memphis.
Our final betting pick for this game is the Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5 and the OVER between them and the Memphis Grizzlies. We hope you enjoyed our Grizzlies vs Timberwolves picks and parlays!
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