- Matchup: Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Venue: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Memphis Grizzlies (23-36) are set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves (38-23) at the Target Center this Tuesday.
The Grizzlies recently triumphed over the Pacers with a commanding score of 125-106. In this matchup, Memphis recorded 16 personal fouls compared to Indiana’s 13. The Grizzlies successfully converted 15 of 39 from beyond the arc, while Indiana managed a free throw rate of 68.4% by making 13 of 19 attempts. Indiana totaled 31 rebounds (7 offensive, 24 defensive) and 9 blocks, along with 29 assists and 5 steals. Defensively, Memphis allowed the Pacers to shoot 48.8% from the field, as Indiana went 39 for 80. Memphis recorded 34 assists, forced 19 turnovers, and achieved 12 steals. On the boards, they secured 40 rebounds, including 13 on the offensive end. At the free throw line, the Grizzlies were perfect, hitting all 14 attempts, resulting in a 100.0% conversion rate. They finished with a 51.1% shooting percentage overall (48 of 94) and netted 15 of their 35 three-point shots.
Taylor Hendricks was pivotal in the previous matchup, showcasing an impressive 63.6% shooting from the field without any assists. He logged 24 minutes, grabbed 5 rebounds, and scored 19 points on 7 of 11 shooting.
As Memphis approaches this game with a season record of 23-36, they are averaging 15.1 turnovers per game and committing 19.9 fouls collectively. As a team, they secure an average of 44.4 rebounds per game and boast a total of 1,706 assists for the season, ranking 9th in the league for assists. The Grizzlies have a three-point shooting percentage of 35.3% (796 out of 2,252) and convert 79.5% at the free-throw line. They score an average of 115.7 points per game (15th in the league), shooting 46.2% from the field.
Defensively, Memphis forces 15.3 turnovers per game while conceding 20.0 fouls. They currently rank 15th in the league for assists allowed, with opponents racking up 1,622 assists this season. On the defensive front, Memphis allows a field goal percentage of 47.1% (2,530 of 5,371) and averages giving up 45.1 rebounds per game. They yield a 36.2% conversion rate for three-point attempts and rank 23rd in points allowed per game (117.7).
In their most recent game, the Timberwolves secured a 117-108 win against the Nuggets. On the rebounding front, Minnesota allowed Denver to grab 44 total rebounds (11 offensive). The Timberwolves shot 27.3% from the three-point line (6 out of 22) and were successful on 20 of 27 free-throw attempts (74.1%). The Nuggets shot 48.2% overall, hitting 41 of 85 attempts. Minnesota, however, achieved an impressive 54.1% shooting percentage, converting 46 of 85 shots. They nailed 14 of 36 three-pointers (38.9%) and got 11 attempts from the free-throw line, achieving a 57.9% success rate. Denver committed 14 personal fouls, giving the Timberwolves 19 free-throw attempts while averaging 14 turnovers and recording 11 steals. The Timberwolves tallied a total of 41 rebounds (34 defensive, 7 offensive).
Anthony Edwards played a crucial role for Minnesota, making 9 of 19 attempts (47.4%) while contributing 3 rebounds and scoring 21 points in 39 minutes, along with 6 assists.
Minnesota boasts a strong season record of 38-23. They are averaging 21.2 fouls per game and achieving a free-throw percentage of 74.3%. Their assist average stands at 26.5 per game (14th in the league), while their turnovers are at 14.6 per contest. With a total of 7,267 points scored this year (119.1 per game), they also secure 44.7 rebounds on average. Offensively, the Timberwolves connect on 48.4% of their field goal attempts, ranking 3rd in the NBA.
Defensively, Minnesota ranks 13th in points per game allowed (114.6). They force an average of 15.1 turnovers each game while permitting opponents to shoot 46.2% from the field (10th in the league). The Timberwolves allow a 36.0% conversion rate on three-point shots (759 of 2,111) and allow opponents to convert 77.3% of free-throw attempts. They relent an average of 25.9 assists and 43.1 rebounds per game, ranking 9th and 10th in the league, respectively.
Who’ll prevail in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Bet on Minnesota
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