Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 18/01/2024, 09:15  by Devesh Jaganath in NBA Predictions

The Memphis Grizzlies head to the Target Center to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA on Thursday night. The hosts currently lead the Eastern Conference with a record of 29-11, while the visitors are in 13th place with a record of 15-25. 

The Memphis Grizzlies have been in decent form, securing victories in four of their last six games overall, and they aim to maintain their momentum after a hard-fought 116-107 home win against the Warriors on Monday. Vince Williams Jr. played a pivotal role, leading the team with 24 points, seven rebounds, and four assists, while GG Jackson added 23 points off the bench. Scoring-wise, Memphis ranks 29th in the NBA, averaging 108.3 points per game, while the Minnesota squad boasts the top defensive record in the league, allowing 107.6 points per game. Despite their lower offensive ranking, the Grizzlies have shown strength on defense, currently positioned 13th in the NBA, allowing 113.2 points per game. However, Memphis faces a significant injury crisis, with as many as seven players likely to miss the upcoming match, including key players like Ja Morant, Marcus Smart, and Steven Adams.

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves are in fine form, having won five of their last seven games overall, and they are aiming for a fourth consecutive victory after securing a 124-117 road win against the Pistons last night. Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards led the team with 27 points each, while Jaden McDaniels added 23 points. In terms of scoring, the Timberwolves rank 21st in the league, averaging 113.4 points per game, while the Memphis Grizzlies allow the 13th-fewest points per game (113.2) in NBA action. However, the Timberwolves' standout performance has been on the defensive end. They currently hold the top spot as the best defensive team in the league, maintaining an average of just 107.6 points conceded per match this season, which is almost three points better than the second-placed Cleveland Cavaliers. Jaylen Clark is the only player unavailable for the Timberwolves in the upcoming match.