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Match Preview: Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves

The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on 16th April 2022, in what will be the 1st game of the series between them in the 1st round of the NBA Playoffs 2022.

Memphis Grizzlies have been one of the most exciting teams in the NBA season, and they themselves have set their expectations quite high for the upcoming playoffs.

The Timberwolves on the other hand have also been one of the most improved teams in the NBA this season, and their progress to the playoffs shows that. They will be more than ready to take on the Grizzlies, who themselves are a similar team to the Wolves.

Injury Report:

Grizzlies:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Killian TilliePFFri, Apr 15KneeExpected to be out until at least Apr 19
Source: CBS Sports

Wolves:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Taurean PrincePFWed, Apr 13KneeGame Time Decision
Source: CBS Sports

Players to watch out for in Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves

  • Karl Anthony Towns – Wolves

KAT had a terrible game against the Clippers in the play-in tournament, which is why we can see him bouncing back strong and putting up a good game here against the Grizzlies.

  • Ja Morant – Grizzlies

This is Ja’s stage, and he has been waiting for it throughout the season. We can see him having a monster game to show the world, why he is now one of the best players in the league.

Match Prediction & Telecast Details:

The Memphis Grizzlies will be expected to win this game because they are playing at home and have had much more rest than the TWolves who played the play-in game not so long ago.

Prediction:

  • Memphis Grizzlies to win the game.

You can watch the game via NBA LEAGUE PASS

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