With the NBA playoffs coming in a couple of months and the trade deadline next week, bettors could win cash prizes with the Minnesota Timberwolves taking on the Memphis Grizzlies. The Timberwolves are preparing for another win to extend their winning streak to start the month of February with a bang.
While the Timberwolves are trying to extend their winning streak, the Grizzlies are having a nightmare stretch, losing six in a row to start February with a whimper.
Game Details
Date: February 2, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
TV/Streaming: FanDuel Sports Network North Extra, Peacock
Odds: MIN -298, Minnesota Timberwolves -7.5, o/u 228.5
Team Form & Recent Results
Minnesota Timberwolves Recent Form
- The Minnesota Timberwolves are entering tonight’s game with a four-game winning streak and have a strong road record with a 14-11 record.
- Minnesota is fifth in the Western Conference with a chance to improve its record against a conference rival tonight.
- The Timberwolves rank well in PPG, ranking fourth this season, with fourth in FG%, ninth in offensive ranking, and have a strong defense, ranking fourth in defensive ratings.
- Anthony Edwards has been the Timberwolves’ best player, scoring 29.4 points a game, with 5.2 rebounds, and 3.7 assists.
Memphis Grizzlies Recent Form
- The Grizzlies are losers of six in a row and have been playing poorly, losing eight of their last ten games.
- Memphis is 12th in the Western Conference and has been struggling this season.
- The Grizzlies rank poorly in offense, ranking 20th in PPG, 20th in steals, 27th in FG%, and 25th in offensive rating.
- Cedric Coward could be a solid player in tonight’s game, scoring 13.8 points a game, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.
Key Storylines
- The Minnesota Timberwolves will be without Terrence Shannon and have Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle as game-time decisions, while the Memphis Grizzlies will be without Ja Morant, Santi Aldama, John Konchar, Scotty Pippen, Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey, and have Jaren Jackson as a game-time decision for tonight’s game.
- The Timberwolves will have Edwards and Randle as GTD for tonight’s game, while Jackson will be a GTD for the Grizzlies.
- Minnesota enters tonight with a four-game winning streak, while the Grizzlies are in a six-game losing streak, plagued by a nightmare of injuries.
- Las Vegas is preferring the Timberwolves tonight due to the injuries on the Grizzlies, and the Wolves will have a healthier lineup against their opponents.
Players to Watch
Minnesota Timberwolves
- Naz Reid
- Reid has been playing well with scoring 14.7 points per game, with 2.5 assists, and 6.4 rebounds, and has a .397 3PT%
- In the win against the Grizzlies in Memphis, Reid scored 20 points, with nine rebounds, and five assists.
Memphis Grizzlies
- GG Jackson
- Jackson has been playing well with 7.9 points per game, with three rebounds and one assist per game
- In the loss to the Timberwolves, Jackson scored 19 points, with four rebounds and five assists.
Matchup Breakdown
Offense vs. Defense
The Minnesota Timberwolves this season have been playing well on offense, being fourth in PPG and 11th in pace, along with being tenth in 3PT FG. Minnesota has been a strong offensive team this season, but are one of the better defenses in the league, being fifth in defensive rating and tenth in steals.
While the Timberwolves are a strong team this season, the Memphis Grizzlies have been poor all season with a weak offense, ranking low in PPG, and 27th in FG%. The Grizzlies have been a solid team in terms of pace and offensive rebounding, but have been poor in shooting this season. Memphis is also a weak team in defense, being 13th this season, and Minnesota could outplay them tonight.
Coaching / Strategy Notes
For the Minnesota Timberwolves to win this game, their defense needs to play well against the Grizzlies, who have been playing well in rebounds this season. Minnesota’s defense has been playing well, and could play well against the Grizzlies offense, without their star players, in tonight’s game for bettors.
For the Grizzlies to win this game, they need to have a strong rebounding game against the Timberwolves tonight. While the Grizzlies are a solid rebounding team, they need to outpace and out-rebound the Wolves to have a slight chance against the Wolves tonight.
Prediction
Prediction: Memphis Grizzlies 115, Memphis Grizzlies 103
How to Watch
FAQ SECTION
Q: What time is the [Minnesota Timberwolves] vs. [Memphis Grizzlies] game?
A: [The time for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Memphis Grizzlies is at 7:30 PM for Eastern Coast fans.]
Q: Who is favored to win?
A: [Bettors are favoring the Timberwolves due to their strong lineup and defense, facing a weak Grizzlies team that’s on a losing streak.]
Q: Where is the game being played?
A: [FedExForum, Memphis, TN]
Q: What are the betting odds?
A: [(MIN -298, Minnesota Timberwolves -7.5, o/u 228.5)]
Conclusion
With the season going well for the Minnesota Timberwolves, they could win this game against the Grizzlies easily again, with the injuries to the Grizzlies. Memphis has been having a poor season with injuries, and could have another poor game against the Timberwolves.
Bettors could see a strong game from Reid after a strong game against the Grizzlies in their last game against each other. Tonight could be a great night for bettors with the Minnesota Timberwolves facing the Memphis Grizzlies.
