The Minnesota Timberwolves (31-19, 3rd in the Western Conference) take on the Memphis Grizzlies (18-29, 12th in the Western Conference) in a Western Conference matchup on Monday night. This is the second straight game between the teams at FedExForum, with Minnesota looking to extend its winning streak after a dominant victory on Saturday. The Timberwolves aim for a season sweep, while the shorthanded Grizzlies hope to snap a six-game skid.
Venue Location
FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee.
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (6:30 p.m. CT, 4:30 p.m. PT).
The game will be broadcast on Peacock and FanDuel Sports Network (FDSNX), with radio on KFAN 100.3 FM and WGFX 104.5 FM.
Injury Report
Memphis continues to battle a lengthy injury list, severely impacting their depth, while Minnesota has key players questionable.
| Team | Player | Position | Status | Reason |
| Timberwolves | Anthony Edwards | SG | Questionable | Back spasms |
| Timberwolves | Julius Randle | PF | Questionable | Left thumb soreness |
| Timberwolves | Terrence Shannon Jr. | G | Out | Left foot abductor hallucis strain |
| Timberwolves | Enrique Freeman | F | Out | G League – Two-Way |
| Timberwolves | Rocco Zikarsky | C | Out | G League – Two-Way |
| Grizzlies | Jaren Jackson Jr. | C | Questionable | Left quad contusion |
| Grizzlies | Santi Aldama | F | Out | Right knee injury management |
| Grizzlies | Brandon Clarke | F | Out | Right calf strain |
| Grizzlies | Zach Edey | C | Out | Left ankle stress reaction |
| Grizzlies | John Konchar | G | Out | Anterior triangle contusion |
| Grizzlies | Ja Morant | PG | Out | Left elbow UCL sprain |
| Grizzlies | Scotty Pippen Jr. | G | Out | Left great toe surgery recovery |
Minnesota’s offense could be affected if Edwards and Randle sit, shifting more load to Rudy Gobert and Naz Reid.
For Memphis, Jackson’s potential return is crucial, but without Morant and others, Ty Jerome and Cedric Coward will handle heavy minutes.
Key
Player Matchups
Memphis’ depleted roster gives Minnesota advantages inside and on the perimeter. Projected starting lineups (based on recent games and injuries):
| Position | Timberwolves | Grizzlies |
| PG | Donte DiVincenzo | Ty Jerome |
| SG | Anthony Edwards | Cedric Coward |
| SF | Jaden McDaniels | Jaylen Wells |
| PF | Julius Randle | Vince Williams Jr. |
| C | Rudy Gobert | Jaren Jackson Jr. (or Jock Landale if Jackson is out) |
Key matchups to watch:
Anthony Edwards vs. Ty Jerome: Edwards (27.1 PPG, team leader) exploded for 33 points on Saturday and projects for another big night (29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists per models). Jerome, Memphis’ makeshift PG, scored 20 in the last game but lacks Edwards’ explosiveness.
Rudy Gobert vs. Jaren Jackson Jr.: Gobert (12.4 PPG, 11.8 RPG) dominated the boards with 16 rebounds last time. Jackson (if active, 20 PPG projection) is Memphis’ top scorer, but his quad injury could limit mobility against Gobert’s rim protection.
Julius Randle vs. Vince Williams Jr.: Randle (23.4 PPG, 7.4 RPG) added 27 points and 7 assists on Saturday. Williams (defensive specialist) will try to contain him, but Randle’s versatility (projects 24 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists) gives Minnesota the edge.
Overall: Timberwolves’ defense vs. Grizzlies’ makeshift offense: Minnesota ranks top-5 in defensive rating (allowing 109.7 PPG). Memphis, without Morant, struggles to score (106.8 PPG recently) and could be exposed in transition.
Recent Team Forms
Minnesota is surging, while Memphis is in freefall amid injuries.
Timberwolves’ Last 10 Games (7-3 record):
1/31 at MEM: W 131-114
1/29 vs OKC: W 123-111
1/28 at DAL: W 118-105
1/26 vs GSW: W 108-83
1/25 vs GSW: L 104-113
Overall: 6-4 ATS in last 10, Over in 6 of last 10. Minnesota has won four straight, averaging 120 PPG during the streak.
Grizzlies’ Last 10 Games (2-8 record):
1/31 vs MIN: L 114-131
1/30 at NOP: L 106-114
1/28 vs CHA: L 97-112
1/27 at ATL: L 105-120
1/25 vs DEN: L 102-115
Overall: 3-7 ATS in last 10, Under in 7 of last 10 home games. Memphis has lost six straight, allowing 118 PPG in that span.
Series History
Minnesota holds a slight all-time edge: 59 wins to 55 losses against Memphis in 114 regular-season meetings.
The Timberwolves have won six of the last 10 head-to-heads, including Saturday’s 131-114 rout (Edwards 33 points, Gobert 16 rebounds). Earlier this season: Memphis won 116-110 on Dec. 17 (Jackson 28 points). Seven of the last 10 have gone Over the total.
Betting Trends
Spread (ATS): Minnesota is 23-27 ATS this season (14-11 on road), while Memphis is 19-27-1 ATS (9-15 at home). Timberwolves are 10-13 ATS as 7.5+ point favorites.
Over/Under: The Over has hit in 7 of the last 10 head-to-heads and 6 of Minnesota’s last 10 games. Memphis home games trend Under (7 of last 10).
Other trends: 62% of bets on Timberwolves -7.5, but 55% of money on Grizzlies +7.5; Minnesota 4-0 straight up in last four.
Game Odds
Houston Rockets – 6.5
Indiana Pacers 219.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, February 1, 2026
