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The Memphis Grizzlies will face off again against the Minnesota Timberwolves for game one in the first round in Memphis on Saturday, April 16 at FedExForum where both teams will look to take a preliminary lead over the other. The action might start at 2:30 PM CT, but you’re going to want to get your bets in now!
Toe-to-toe, how does Memphis measure up versus Minnesota historically?
These teams have battled in four matchups this year and the Grizzlies have claimed victory twice against the Timberwolves. Having said that, the score was 119-114 in favor of the T-Wolves the most recent time they met up on February 24, 2022. In that game, the Grizzlies had a 43.28% and a 29.03% field goal percentage and three pointer percentage respectively. In addition, the T-Wolves had a 52.94% field goal percentage and a 38.1% 3pt percentage. Regarding rebounds, the Grizzlies totaled 13, whereas the Timberwolves had 15. Concerning assists, the former had 25 and the latter grabbed 26.
Betting Preview for the Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves NBA Game on April 16 2022
Where:
FedExForum in Memphis
When:
Saturday, April 16, 2022
Betting on the Memphis Grizzlies
Regular Season Record:
56-26
The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off a game where they beat the Los Angeles Clippers due to the solid efforts of D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Edwards as they head into their first playoff battle of the season. Konchar yielded 17 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, whereas Kyle Anderson had 16 points. Be sure to read our odds analysis for the first matchup in this best-of-seven series further down and think about how the team’s recent performance could have an influence.
Absences and Injuries
The Grizzlies are short Killian Tillie (Knee). Steven Adams (Ankle), Tyus Jones (Hand), Jaren Jackson Jr. (Thigh), and Tyrell Terry (Foot) are questionable.
Betting on the Minnesota Timberwolves
Regular Season Record:
47-36
The Minnesota Timberwolves are now recharged after their final regular season game where they defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 109-104, due to the consummate efforts from D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Edwards. Russell supplied 29 points and Anthony Edwards had 30 points. Check out our analysis further down to learn how this performance has shaped their odds for the first chapter in this best-of-seven matchup.
Absences and Injuries
The Timberwolves have zero injured players ruled out. Taurean Prince (Knee) is listed as questionable.
Grizzlies vs T-Wolves | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick:
Memphis Grizzlies (-295) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies are considered to be the favorite by many. The team is enjoying a productive beginning to April with a win percentage of 70% in the last 10 games (a record of seven wins and three losses). Comparatively, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ win percentage is lower at 50% in the last 10 games (five wins and five losses).
Over/Under Pick:
Over 235 Total Points (-110) at Pointsbet
The Memphis Grizzlies have recorded 122.4 points per game over their last 10 games, although their average per game while playing at home has been higher at 126.2. Alternatively, the Minnesota Timberwolves have registered 119.1 points per outing over their most recent 10 games, although their 137.5 per game average while playing on the road has been higher.
Spread Pick:
Minnesota Timberwolves 7 Points (-114) at FanDuel
The Minnesota Timberwolves will need to lose by less than the amount of the spread or win outright in order to cover.
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