| MATCHUP | Minnesota Timberwolves | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 30-19 | 18-28 |
| Where | FedExForum, Memphis, TN | |
| When | Saturday, January 31, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN North | |
Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Thunder and Mavs, and they play the Grizzlies next. The Timberwolves have lost 5 of their last 8 games.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 119 points on 48.1 percent shooting and allowing 114.1 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Anthony Edwards is averaging 29.3 points and 5.2 rebounds, while Julius Randle is averaging 22.2 points and 5.3 assists. Jaden McDaniels is the third double-digit scorer, and Naz Reid is grabbing 6.3 rebounds. The Minnesota Timberwolves are shooting 37.4 percent from beyond the arc and 74.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Timberwolves are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Pelicans and Hornets, and they play the Timberwolves next. The Grizzlies have lost 11 of their last 15 games.
The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 114.6 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 116.3 points on 46.3 percent shooting. Ja Morant is averaging 19.5 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 19 points and 1.9 assists. Cedric Coward is the third double-digit scorer, and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46 rebounds per game.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Timberwolves have lost 13 of their last 15 games at FedExForum following a win.
- The Grizzlies have won seven of their last 10 games as underdogs against the Timberwolves following a loss.
- The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games as road favorites against Western Conference opponents.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in six of their last seven games as home underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win
- The Grizzlies have lost each of their last eight home games against Northwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The favorites have won each of the Timberwolves’ last eight games at FedExForum.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the last five games between the Timberwolves and Grizzlies.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games at FedExForum.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Timberwolves’ last four games as road favorites against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Grizzlies’ last seven night games at FedExForum following a road loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
The Grizzlies will be without Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey, Scotty Pippen Jr., Ja Morant, and Santi Aldama. Ty Jerome is doubtful.
The Timberwolves will be without Terrence Shannon Jr.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
The Grizzlies are in a free fall as they’re now 2-8 SU and 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games. Throw in the injury report and the fact they played yesterday, and this is a tough spot. However, as I’ve said endless times, the Timberwolves play with their food far too often and aren’t a team I’m looking to lay big numbers with. This is also a letdown spot after just beating the Thunder. The Timberwolves are 7-14 ATS in their last 21 games when favorites of 5 or more points. I just don’t trust this squad in the big favorite role. Give me the points with the Grizzlies if forced to pick.