Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 4/10/25

At 9:30 ET, the 47-32 Grizzlies will host the 46-33 Timberwolves. Memphis is currently riding a three-game win streak and is favored by 1.5 points. The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is set at 233.

This game will be played at the FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on TNT. The Timberwolves are 8th in the Western Conference, while the Grizzlies are 6th. Minnesota is 3rd in the Northwest Division, and Memphis is 2nd in the Southwest Division. The Timberwolves are -105 on the moneyline, while the Grizzlies are -113.

MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5

This game will be played at FedExForum at 9:30 ET on Thursday, April 10th.

WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-130 in favor of the Grizzlies.
• Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists.
• From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 16 threes.

Will Minnesota Come Through as Road Underdogs?

The Timberwolves fell to 46-33 on the season after a 110-103 road loss to the Bucks on Tuesday. Minnesota, favored by six points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 213, falling short of the 222.5-point line.

Minnesota appeared to be in control after a 12-0 run and a strong 3rd quarter, leading 90-70 going into the 4th. However, they were outscored 40-13 in the final period, resulting in a disappointing loss.

In their 110-103 loss to the Bucks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field and 32.5% from three-point range, hitting 13 threes. Anthony Edwards led the way with 25 points, 14 of which came in the 3rd quarter, despite shooting just 37% from the field and 18.2% from deep.

Donte DiVincenzo added 24 points, connecting on 6 threes at a 60% clip, with 9 points in the 3rd and 8 more in the 4th. Naz Reid contributed 17 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% and scoring 9 points in the 2nd quarter.

The Timberwolves put together a strong defensive effort through three quarters, but a 40-point 4th quarter from the Bucks led to a 110-103 loss. Minnesota held Milwaukee to 23 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd, but couldn’t maintain that level of defense in the final period.

Despite the loss, the Timberwolves did well in limiting the Bucks’ three-point shooting, allowing just 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Milwaukee to the line 25 times, where the Bucks made 18 free throws. Minnesota finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while giving up 11 offensive boards.

Does Memphis Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?

The Grizzlies improved to 47-32 on the season with a 124-100 road win over the Hornets on Tuesday. Memphis, who were favored by 14.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 224 fell short of the O/U line of 230.

Memphis took control early with an 11-0 run, turning a 15-6 deficit into a 17-15 lead. They dominated the 1st quarter, outscoring Charlotte 33-18, and maintained their lead by winning each subsequent quarter.

In their win over the Hornets, the Grizzlies connected on 18 threes, despite shooting just 32.7% from beyond the arc. Overall, they shot 45.2% from the field. Ja Morant led the way with 28 points, 8 assists, and 4 made threes at a 40% clip.

Desmond Bane added 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 60%, while Zach Edey contributed 17 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 77.8% from the field. Morant scored 9 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, while Edey had 11 of his points in the 2nd quarter.

The Grizzlies put together a strong defensive performance on Tuesday, holding the Hornets to just 100 points. Memphis set the tone early, allowing only 18 points in the 1st quarter and keeping Charlotte in check throughout the game. The Hornets scored 26 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters and managed 30 in the 3rd.

Memphis did an excellent job defending the three-point line, limiting the Hornets to 11 made threes on 28% shooting. The Grizzlies also sent Charlotte to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 15. On the boards, Memphis collected 38 defensive rebounds while giving up 6 offensive boards. They also recorded 12 steals and 3 blocks.