Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 20, 2025

The NBA's Monday schedule includes an eight-game slate, including a Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies matchup, featuring exciting Western Conference teams with playoff hopes.

Both teams are aiming for a deep playoff run this season, but have shown inconsistency recently, with each going 5-5 in their last 10 games. The 28-13 Grizzlies come in on a two-game winning streak, while the 22-20 Timberwolves lost their most recent game.

Here’s a preview of the Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies game, scheduled to tip off at 2:30 p.m. ET at FedExForum in Memphis.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction, Preview and Odds

Moneyline: Timberwolves (+135) vs Grizzlies (-162)

Spread: Timberwolves +3.5 (-110) vs Grizzlies -3.5 (-110)

Total (O/U): Timberwolves o223.5 (-110) vs Grizzlies u223.5 (-110)

Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies preview

After reaching the Western Conference Finals last season, the Minnesota Timberwolves are still searching for consistency at the season’s midpoint.

They are ranked eighth in the West with a 10-10 home record and a 12-20 road record, most recently suffering a 124-117 defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Defense continues to be the Timberwolves’ strength, ranking seventh in the league in defensive rating. However, their offense remains average, sitting at 15th overall in offensive rating.

The Memphis Grizzlies, meanwhile, have solidified their home-court advantage in the West, though injury concerns persist.

They’ve won two straight games against the San Antonio Spurs and will look to continue their strong form as they return home after a four-game road trip to face the Timberwolves.

Memphis boasts the fifth-best offense and sixth-best defense in the league.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies predicted starting lineups

For the Timberwolves, Terrence Shannon is out with an ankle injury, and Donte DiVincenzo is questionable due to a toe issue.

For the Grizzlies, Vince Williams Jr. is out with an ankle injury, Cam Spencer is out with a thumb injury, Marcus Smart is out with a finger injury and Gregory Jackson is out with a foot injury. Ja Morant is listed as questionable due to a foot issue.

Timberwolves

G - Mike Conley | G - Anthony Edwards | F - Jaden McDaniels | F - Julius Randle | C - Rudy Gobert

Grizzlies

G - Desmond Bane | G - Luke Kennard | F - Jaylen Wells | F - Jaren Jackson Jr. | C - Zach Edey

Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies betting props

• Desmond Bane to score over 19.5 points is -121 on Caesars. He’s expected to surpass this mark.
• Julius Randle to score under 21.5 points is -113 on Caesars. He’s expected to fall short of this total.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction

The Memphis Grizzlies are accustomed to playing without key players, and their overall stronger team composition makes them the favorite against the unpredictable Timberwolves. We predict the Grizzlies will win and cover the spread for their third consecutive victory, with or without Ja Morant.