nba Game Recap
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Wrap - Memphis Wins 108-106
The Grizzlies got a 24-point performance from Jaren Jackson Jr., who added 10 rebounds as Memphis ran past Minnesota 108-106 on Monday at FedExForum.
Memphis did not, however, defeat the Timberwolves against the spread, which closed at -5.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 235.0.
Desmond Bane had 22 points for Memphis and Ja Morant chipped in with 19 points. Ja Morant had 7 assists for the Grizzlies, while Jaren Jackson Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Timberwolves got a 32-point performance from Anthony Edwards, who was supported by 29 points from Naz Reid. Mike Conley had 8 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Julius Randle grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Minnesota were victorious, as the score was 54-43 at the break.
Minnesota had a 51-47 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Memphis takes its act home to face Charlotte looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head on the road to face Dallas.