The Memphis Grizzlies (20-38) travel to the Minnesota Timberwolves (41-17) for a Tuesday night matchup. Although the home side is favored, letdown games happen. Especially with potential injury news, there are concerns. But this factor goes both ways. Furthermore, availability plagues one side more.
However, the home team controls the season series. So far they won three of the games this regular season. Therefore, seeing them as large favorites comes as little surprise. Particularly since the away side is hampered. Therefore, this game may come down to who has the deeper roster.
Do you see any chance of the large underdog winning tonight?
Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Odds and Details
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Memphis Grizzlies | +13 -115 |
O 210 -108 |
+550 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | -13 -105 |
U 210 -112 |
-800 |
| ** Odds Courtesy of DraftKings SportsBook** | |||
Fixture: Memphis Grizzlies @ Minnesota Timberwolves
Date And Time: February 28, 2024 @ 8:00 p.m. EST
Location: Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Key Stats
Memphis Grizzlies (Averages)
Points: 106.5
Points Allowed: 112.8
Field Goal Efficiency: 38.6/87.8 for 44.0%
Three-Pont Efficiency: 13.5/38.9 for 34.7%
Free Throw Efficiency: 15.7/20.7 for 76.1%
Rebounds: 9.9 Offensive, 31.7 Defensive, 41.6 Combined
Assists: 25.2
Steals: 7.8
Blocks: 6.1
Turnovers: 13.9
Field Goal Efficiency Against: 41.1/87.0 for 47.2%
Three-Point Efficiency Against:13.2/34.9 for 37.8%
Free Throw Efficiency Against: 17.4/22.2 for 78.4%
Rebounds Against:10.6 Offensive, 35.4 Defensive, 46.0 Combined
Memphis is a wounded team in many aspects. They have some good pieces, but the lack of cohesion is part of why they are not having a good season. Furthermore, it remains to be seen if some of the better talent is simply a good player on a bad team, or if their production would carry over on a contender. However, many view Jaren Jackson Jr. as a potential star in the making. For example, if he started playing for the Mavericks tomorrow, he’d likely start and fill in significant minutes and a crucial role on that team. But it’s worth mentioning that Lamar Stevens came off the bench against the Brooklyn Nets and helped out. He’ll look to do the same for the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight. Despite not starting, he scored 17 points within the arch. He’s someone that has a chance to prove his place in the NBA.
Minnesota Timberwolves (Averages)
Points: 113.6
Points Allowed: 106.4
Field Goal Efficiency: 41.3/84.6 for 48.8%
Three-Pont Efficiency: 12.6/32.2 for 39.1%
Free Throw Efficiency: 18.5/23.6 for 78.3%
Rebounds: 9.3 Offensive, 34.9 Defensive, 44.1 Combined
Assists: 26.3
Steals: 7.5
Blocks: 5.9
Turnovers: 13.9
Field Goal Efficiency Against: 38.9/87.4 for 44.5%
Three-Point Efficiency Against: 11.3/32.5 for 34.9%
Free Throw Efficiency Against: 17.4/22.0 for 78.8%
Rebounds Against: 10.3 Offensive, 30.4 Defensive, 40.6 Combined
Minnesota is one of the better teams so far. But doubts remain if this is smoke and mirrors or not. Despite having a good record, it appears to be the first time that the Minnesota Timberwolves can make a legitimate playoff push. However, Rudy Gobert and Anthony Edwards are listed as questionable. Despite hopes, they are officially game-time decisions. But if both are unable to go then Naz Reid is someone to look for to have another solid scoring night. While the team depth may be tested, the backcourt should still prove to be a formidable force tonight.
Game Prediction
I see this game being a large victory for the favorites again. Although it’s a double-digit spread, the Minnesota Timberwolves are better and should still be able to flex their dominance. Furthermore, the prior matchups have not been particularly close. Therefore I am picking the favorites against the spread.
However, it will be hard for the Memphis Grizzlies to score enough to hit the over. Hence, I am going with the under. Especially with the lieu of injuries, scoring is likely to be difficult for both the Grizzlies and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Final Pick
Minnesota Timberwolves -13 and Under 210
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