The Grizzlies are ready to clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, Dec 8. Today’s matchup is set to tip off at 8:00 ET and will be televised on BSSE. Minnesota enters this game as 5.5-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 214.5. Can the Timberwolves pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves player props and predictions.
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves Odds
- Spread: Timberwolves -5.5
- Total 214.5
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Dec 8
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: FedExForum, Memphis TN
- TV: BSSE
Timberwolves Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Timberwolves have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- In their last three road games, Minnesota has averaged 121 points per game while allowing 111. The team’s record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their previous three contests as the betting favorite, the Timberwolves have a strong record of 3-0. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-2.
Grizzlies Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- The Grizzlies are 4-1 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have gone 2-1 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
Can the Timberwolves Live Up to the Hype on the Road?
In their last ten games, the Timberwolves have gone 8-2 and have an overall record of 16-4 as they get ready to play the Grizzlies. When looking at their 20 games, the Timberwolves have gone 11-2 against other teams in the Western Conference and are 5-2 in non-conference games.
The Timberwolves’ offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 102 points against the Spurs. In that game, they made 12/40 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 41.4%. The team’s scoring leader is Anthony Edwards, who holds an average of 25.7 as they head into today’s matchup. Additionally, Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 21.8 points per game this season.
So far this season, the Timberwolves defense has been performing well, ranking 1st in the NBA at 105.3 points allowed per contest.
Most recently, the Timberwolves’ defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 94 points to the Spurs.
Taking a Look at the Grizzlies Chances at Home
When facing Western Conference opponents, the Grizzlies have a 5-11 record and a 1-3 record in non-conference games. For the season, the Grizzlies are 6-14 overall and have gone 2-1 in their last three games.
In their latest game, the Grizzlies offense put up 116 points against the Pistons. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 51.6% and made 11 threes. The team’s top scorer is Desmond Bane, who enters today’s matchup with an average of 25.1, while Jaren Jackson Jr. also carries a PPG average of 19.8 into the game.
Coming into the game, the Grizzlies’ defense has finished two straight games with an increased number of points allowed. Overall, they are 10th in the league at 111.4 points per game allowed.
Inside the arc, the Grizzlies defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 50.8% and 39.4% from three-point territory.
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Desmond Bane and his points prop of 24.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -120 while the under is at -110. Our model predicts that Desmond Bane will finish with 21 points, 4 rebounds, and 6. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 24.5.
- The Prop: Desmond Bane Under 24.5 Points (-110)
Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves Predictions
The Timberwolves is our pick to not only win with a projected score of 109-99. But we also favor them to cover the spread. Our bet is on the Timberwolves at -5.5.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 214.5, and our model projects the Timberwolves and Grizzlies to reach a combined total of 208 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Timberwolves -5.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook