Timberwolves vs Grizzlies

Memphis beat Minnesota 114-106 to close their first-round series 4-2.

Memphis overcame a 10-point deficit at the start of the fourth quarter to score 40 points in an impressive comeback. Memphis advances and will play the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference semifinals. Jaren Jackson Jr. had 18 points and 14 rebounds, while Ja Morant and Brandon Clarke both added 17 points.

After a tough loss on the road their last time out, the Minnesota Timberwolves look much better today on their home court. It's anybody's game after three ...

- Feb 19, 2016 - Memphis 109 vs. - Nov 19, 2016 - Memphis 93 vs. - Jan 13, 2022 - Memphis 116 vs. - Apr 16, 2022 - Minnesota 130 vs. - Apr 19, 2022 - Memphis 124 vs. Memphis is hoping for another victory. - Apr 21, 2022 - Memphis 104 vs. - Apr 23, 2022 - Minnesota 119 vs. It's anybody's game after three quarters, but Minnesota is ahead of the Memphis Grizzlies 84-80. - Apr 26, 2022 - Memphis 111 vs. Memphis' win brought them up to 3-2 while Minnesota's defeat pulled them down to a reciprocal 2-3. Memphis has been led by power forward Brandon Clarke, who so far has 14 points in addition to seven boards and two blocks.

The Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves are clashing in a potential elimination game.

Morant closed Game 5 playing more with Tyus Jones, and Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins could rely on it more if Williams is out. Steven Adams has been placed in health and safety protocols and is out. Game 5 was another game where the Timberwolves had a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter and struggled down the stretch.

Dillon Brooks and Desmond Bane led the Grizzlies in scoring while Jaren Jackson Jr., Ja Morant and Brandon Clarke each recorded double-doubles.

Grizzlies on Sling TV. In the United States, Timberwolves vs. 9:33 p.m. — Jaden McDaniels is 3-of-3 from distance for the Wolves and Desmond Bane is 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. Grizzlies They lead 39-36 with 6:46 left in the first half. Wolves have pulled the lead back to two points. Towns has six points and four rebounds while McDaniels has 10 points in 12-plus minutes off the bench. He's up to seven points, four rebounds and four assists in 18 minutes. He's responsible for Minnesota's last six points (layup, two dimes) to put it ahead 91-84 with 9:10 to go. 11:26 p.m. — Big loss for Grizzlies: Dillon Brooks has fouled out with 4:53 remaining. Big shot for the Grizzlies, who now lead 106-102 with 1:09 to go. He's had some key offensive rebounds and assists down the stretch.

Our experts break down everything you need to know to bet on Friday night's pivotal Game 6 between the Timberwolves and Grizzlies.

I think the Wolves will have a strong performance in front of their home fans and force a Game 7. Morant makes memorable shots, but on a game-to-game basis, he has been dominant in this series as a distributor and rebounder. Edwards hasn't gone over 32.5 PAR in any of the past four games in this series. In theory, that means Minnesota win must win five of the seven games, and I don't think that happens -- Doug Kezirian Best bet: Timberwolves (+1.5). The Timberwolves held a players-only meeting on Thursday, and I believe they understand the gravity of their situation. Bane has averaged 28.3 points, 2.3 assists and 4.0 rebounds over the past three games of this series. However, after all of this, Memphis has demonstrated it has the stronger backbone, and I think that's the key here. Bane has been the most consistently aggressive scorer for the Grizzlies of late, even more so than Ja Morant, who has spent long stretches as a distributor. He has averaged 18.7 points and 9.3 boards over the past three games. All tickets cash: This series doesn't lack exciting players to bet on, but "boring" bets cash all the same and Minnesota has a player producing at a higher rate than the public seems to realize. His regular-season numbers are very good on the road, averaging 15 FGA and 20 PPG. As the Grizzlies try to close out this series, Bane is in a great position. With their backs against the wall in a win-or-go-home scenario at Target Center, Minnesota will be looking to force a Game 7.