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Timberwolves vs. Grizzlies Set for Western Conference Showdown with Revenge on the Line

The Minnesota Timberwolves will face off against the Memphis Grizzlies in a highly-anticipated Western Conference showdown at FedExForum on Thursday, April 10th. The Grizzlies aim to sweep the Timberwolves for the first time since the 2020-21 season. With a tip-off time of 9:30 PM ET, Minnesota opens as the betting favorite at -1.5, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for our Timberwolves vs. Grizzlies prediction, as we provide insight and analysis for this exciting NBA matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Timberwolves -110 | Grizzlies -110
• Spread: Timberwolves -1.5 (-110) | Grizzlies +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 232.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 52%.

Minnesota vs Memphis Stats

Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves recently suffered a 110-103 defeat at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks, ending their five-game winning streak. The Bucks mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 40-13. Despite the loss, Anthony Edwards led with 25 points and seven rebounds, with Donte DiVincenzo adding 24 points off the bench. The Timberwolves will finish their five-game road trip with upcoming games against Brooklyn and Utah. In terms of statistics, the Timberwolves rank 15th in offense, 6th in defense, with a 46-33 season record. They have solid shooting percentages in field goals, free throws, and three-pointers, ranking in the top 16 in each category. Defensively, they rank in the top 10 for field goal percentage allowed, and top 5 for free throw percentage allowed and three-point percentage allowed.

Memphis Grizzlies Analysis

The Memphis Grizzlies have had mixed results since promoting Tuomas Iisalo to interim head coach, going 3-3 SU and 2-4 ATS. They recently bounced back with wins against the Miami Heat, Detroit Pistons, and Charlotte Hornets, led by standout performances from Ja Morant and Zach Edey. Despite injuries and a competitive playoff race in the Western Conference, the Grizzlies are holding their own and are tied for the No. 4 seed. In terms of statistics, Memphis excels in offense but struggles in defense, ranking #2 for offense and #24 for defense in the league. They have strong shooting percentages and rebounding numbers, but need to tighten up their defense to secure more wins.

Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves Rematch Set to Deliver Intense Competition with Revenge on the Line

In January, the Grizzlies triumphed over the Timberwolves in two closely contested matches, with scores of 127-125 in Minneapolis and 108-106 in Memphis. As these teams face off once more, the competition is intense. While the Grizzlies have shown strength in offensive rebounding, the Timberwolves possess a strong defensive strategy, ranking 12th in defensive rebound percentage. With Rudy Gobert leading the defense against Zach Edey and a talented backcourt capable of containing Ja Morant, the Timberwolves are poised to seek revenge in this matchup. History also favors the Timberwolves, as they have gone 6-3 against the spread in their recent encounters with the Grizzlies. Conversely, Memphis has struggled both on the court and against the spread, indicating a potential advantage for the Timberwolves in this upcoming game.

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