Timberwolves vs Grizzlies Thursday Prediction | NBA Picks Today, Best Bets
John Canady
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The Minnesota Timberwolves are set for a pivotal showdown against the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night. Both teams continue to fight for seeding in a tight Western Conference race. Minnesota enters this matchup having won four of its last five games. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies are on a three-game winning streak as they continue to navigate the storm without Taylor Jenkins. Expect a dogfight between two teams who desperately need this win.
Timberwolves vs Grizzlies
- Location: FedExForum – Memphis, Tennessee
- Where to Watch: TNT/truTV/Max
- Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
- Spread: Timberwolves -2 | Total: 232
- Moneyline: Timberwolves -132 | Grizzlies +112
Please be aware that betting odds may change after the publication of this article.
Timberwolves vs Grizzlies Best Bet: Grizzlies ML +112
The Grizzlies enter this matchup as favorites despite having home court advantage. Memphis has been through a wild few months, but they seem to be finding their footing at the right time. Although the Timberwolves are another team that has caught fire down the stretch, these two squads are evenly matched. The Grizzlies currently lead the season series 2-0, which gives me confidence that they can find a way to close things out at home.
Timberwolves vs Grizzlies Best Total Bet: Under 232
Memphis ranks No. 2 in the league in points per game with 121.7, while the Timberwolves fall in the middle of the pack at No. 16, averaging 113.9 points per matchup. Both teams have proven throughout the season that they have the firepower to go head-to-head with any team in the league. Despite that, if this matchup has the expected playoff atmosphere, I can easily see this turning into a defensive battle that ends in a lower-scoring outcome. That said, I predict a final score of 114-108.
Timberwolves Best Player Bet: Anthony Edwards 30+ Points +114
There’s no denying that Anthony Edwards is one of the best scorers in the league today. The former No. 1 overall pick has put together a career-year for the T-Wolves, averaging 27.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.6 assists. Edwards can impact the game in multiple ways, but when he has his mindset on attacking the basket and being aggressive on offense, he’s one of the toughest players to defend. Averaging 31 points per game through four games in April, I like the chances that the athletic guard puts together another big game.
Grizzlies Best Player Bet: Ja Morant 3+ Threes +134
Ja Morant is another top young guard in the NBA, and he’s proven that consistently. The Murray State product has off-court issues, but he’s a premier talent on the court. Over the Grizzlies’ recent stretch, he’s averaging 31.3 points per game across his last three matchups. Morant has shown off his improved shooting in those games, finishing with 3+ threes in each game. I like the odds that Memphis’ star keeps the streak going tonight with Minnesota in town.
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