Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies have played a series through four games that show what makes how to bet on NBA so difficult. When teams are as evenly matched as Minnesota and Memphis, it is hard to find a solid edge either way. The Grizzlies and Timberwolves are both franchises that haven’t tasted much postseason success in their respective histories. Now, both teams have young, up-and-coming stars who could lead both franchises for years. Betting guides show that not much has separated these two sides through the first four games of this season.
The Timberwolves evened the series by holding off a late charge by the Grizzlies to send things back to Memphis all tied up. What makes things intriguing is how these two teams will handle the pressure of Game 5. Whichever team grabs this contest will put immense pressure on the other heading into Game 6.
How will each team perform in this spot? Minnesota and Memphis are set to put on another exciting game in what could be a long series. Let’s check the Timberwolves at Grizzlies Betting Analysis.
Last Games Records
Minnesota won Game 4 119-118 Saturday night in Minneapolis. The series is tied at 2-2.
Matchup Information
Timberwolves at Grizzlies Betting Analysis
Minnesota Betting Analysis
Betting stats NBA show the Timberwolves got a solid whistle at home in Game 4. Minnesota didn’t shoot a fantastic percentage from the free-throw line, making 77.5 percent of its attempts. However, the Timberwolves were able to earn 40 trips to the free-throw line, which was 15 more than what Memphis did.
Karl-Anthony Towns played his best game of the series in Game 4, responding to some criticisms of his earlier performance by compiling 33 points and 14 rebounds. Towns was supported by Anthony Edwards, who scored 24 points and Jordan McLaughlin, who had 16.
Minnesota also shot efficiently from the perimeter, making 50 percent (18-of-36) of his shots from the perimeter. The Timberwolves won despite being outscored in the paint and getting outrebounded.
Memphis Betting Analysis
Memphis had to be disappointed to leave Minnesota without a win. The Grizzlies shot a higher percentage from the floor than the Timberwolves, while Memphis also held a 39-34 advantage in rebounding. Memphis also outscored Minnesota 50-30 in the paint.
The Grizzlies also moved the ball efficiently, finishing with an assist on 31 of their 42 made field goals. What Memphis didn’t receive was a typical performance from Ja Morant. Morant, who averaged 27.4 points per game in the regular season, was limited to 4-of-13 shooting for 11 points. Morant, who did hand out 15 assists, was only able to earn three trips to the free-throw line.
Memphis did benefit from an outstanding shooting performance from Desmond Bane. Bane, who shot 8-of-12 from the 3-point line, scored a playoff career-high 34 points. Dillon Brooks also added 24 points.
Updates
Memphis power forward Santi Aldama was ruled out for Game 5 with a knee injury. Minnesota doesn’t have any injuries of note.
- Memphis is 54-31-1 against the spread.
- Minnesota is 45-40-2 against the spread.
- The over is 40-44-2 in the Grizzlies’ games this season.
- The over is 42-44 in the Timberwolves’ games this season.
- Minnesota is 21-25-1 against the spread following a win.
- Memphis is 18-9 against the spread following a loss.
Timberwolves at Grizzlies Betting Preview
NBA betting odds have Memphis as a 6-point favorite. The Grizzlies are -240 on the moneyline, while the Timberwolves are +195. For anyone looking to make a different kind of NBA picks, the over/under is set at 232.
Timberwolves at Grizzlies Betting Prediction
Sports betting guides show this game is a difficult one to forecast. Both teams have stolen a game on the road so far in the series. When it comes down to Game 5, will Morant be able to shake off a tough previous game to help Memphis reestablish home-court advantage? The Grizzlies certainly have the balance on offense to score a lot of points on offense, even if Morant struggles.
Minnesota is in a good position. The Timberwolves, who weren’t expected to seriously challenge in the Western Conference before the season, are now in a spot where stealing one more road game could send them home in Game 6 with an opportunity to close out a surprising upset. The key for Minnesota will be able to find successive strong performances from Towns.
Memphis has shown throughout the season it packs a serious punch on offense, especially at home. The Grizzlies will grab Game 5 at home and put pressure on Minnesota to avoid being closed out at home.
Bet Memphis -6.
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