Both the Minnesota Timberwolves (5-7) and Memphis Grizzlies (8-4) developed a little rivalry last season, as they met in the playoffs and battled through some very hard-fought games.
The Timberwolves vs Grizzlies prediction had both teams once again being powerhouses in the Western Conference, but the Timberwolves have struggled in the early portion of the NBA schedule.
The Grizzlies, on the other hand, continue to be one of the most dominant teams in the league, led by MVP candidate Ja Morant.
There is still plenty of time for the Minnesota Timberwolves standings to improve, but that’ll depend a lot on Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards improving their NBA player stats and Rudy Gobert getting used to this system.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Memphis Grizzlies Game Info and Analysis
Matchup Info
- Game Day: Friday, November 11, 2022
- Game Time: 9:30 ET
- TV Channel: ESPN, NBA League Pass
- Location: Memphis, TN
- Arena: FedEx Forum
Minnesota Timberwolves Performance Recap and Analysis
The Timberwolves have just been struggling to live up to expectations this season.
Anthony Edwards hasn’t taken that next step as a scorer and in fact has dropped off a little bit. It appears that he’s put on some weight and is out of shape at times. Looks disinterested and unhappy with the situation in Minnesota.
Karl-Anthony Towns has improved his playmaking tremendously and remains an efficient scorer, but he needs to take more shots at times and be more aggressive.
Rudy Gobert has been a rebounding machine but still needs to acclimate himself into the flow of the Timberwolves’ offense and embrace being the defensive anchor.
The pieces are all in place for Minnesota to be successful. The players just need to figure out how to mesh with one another, and the Wolves’ NBA team stats should improve as a result.
Key Injuries
Naz Reid will be out of action with an illness.
Betting Trends to Know
Timberwolves are just 4-8 against the spread this season. They are also 4-8 when it comes to over/under.
Memphis Grizzlies Performance Recap and Analysis
Ja Morant is having an MVP type of season, as he’s averaging nearly 29 points per game to go along with 6.9 assists and 5.6 rebounds per game.
Desmond Bane has also taken the next step in his development, as he’s averaging 24.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game.
The Grizzlies have been struggling defensively a bit, but that should improve once they get Jaren Jackson Jr. back in action. For now, they remain a deadly offensive team, especially when they attack the paint.
Whatever Morant does is easily factored into Grizzlies picks and the overall Timberwolves vs Grizzlies prediction.
Key Injuries
Jaren Jackson Jr. will be out of action with a foot injury.
Betting Trends to Know
Grizzlies are just 4-7-1 against the spread this season. They are also 6-5-1 when it comes to over/under.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Memphis Grizzlies Odds
When it comes to these NBA matchups, there always has to be a favorite. That would be the Grizzlies, as they’re favored with a -6 (-110) spread. When it comes to moneyline, the Grizzlies have -170 odds, whereas the Timberwolves have +150 odds. The over/under total is 219.5 (-110).
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Memphis Grizzlies Betting Picks
The Timberwolves are in desperate need of a win to stop the bleeding, and they always show up against the Grizzlies. Take them on the moneyline (Timberwolves +150).
This is always a defensive battle, as Rudy Gobert doesn’t allow too many easy buckets inside. Go with the under. (Under 219.5).
Neither of these teams have been great at covering the spread all season long, but the Timberwolves are capable of at least keeping this a six-point game. (Timberwolves +6 -110).
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Memphis Grizzlies Score Prediction
The Grizzlies proved that they have trouble guarding Karl-Anthony Towns last season, as Towns is sure to want to play a great game to right the ship this season.
Rudy Gobert should prevent a lot of scoring from Ja Morant getting to the paint.
Go with the Timberwolves to win this game in this Timberwolves vs Grizzlies prediction.
NBA Pick: Timberwolves +6 -110
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