The Memphis Grizzlies (31-17) battle the Minnesota Timberwolves (25-25) Friday. Tip from Target Center is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Grizzlies and Timberwolves have met twice this season with both teams covering at home. The Under is 2-0 with neither team having topped 115 in either matchup.
Memphis is coming off a 122-120 loss at the Golden State Warriors Wednesday but still covered as a 2.5-point underdog. The Grizzlies are 23-24-1 ATS this season yet are just 1-4 ATS over their last 5 games. Memphis is ranked No. 1 in opponents’ field goal percentage (44.7%).
Minnesota beat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-102 Wednesday, covering as a 2-point road underdog. The Wolves are 23-27 ATS this season and 4-1 ATS over their last 5 games. Minnesota ranks 4th in the NBA in field goal percentage (49.2%).