Memphis Grizzlies Defeat Minnesota Timberwolves 116-110

Key Takeaways:

• Jaren Jackson Jr. tallied 28 points and 12 rebounds, guiding the Memphis Grizzlies to a 116-110 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Jock Landale contributed 20 points, 10 rebounds, and made a career-best four three-pointers for Memphis
• Both sides were missing their leading scorers, with Anthony Edwards sidelined for Minnesota and Ja Morant absent for Memphis

Game Overview

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 116-110 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Minneapolis, delivering a commanding performance with 28 points and 12 rebounds. Supported by Jock Landale, who notched 20 points along with 10 rebounds and a career-high four triples, Memphis showcased a well-rounded offensive showing to secure their fourth win in five outings and seventh in their last nine.

The Grizzlies received additional contributions from Jaylen Wells (17 points), Cedric Coward (13 points), and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (12 points), with Santi Aldama pulling down 11 boards. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, were led by Julius Randle’s 21 points, as Donte DiVincenzo compiled 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Rudy Gobert added 16 points and 16 rebounds. Naz Reid also recorded 16 points for Minnesota, who suffered just their second defeat in nine games.

The Platinum 💿 wins don't stop 😤

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— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) December 18, 2025

Missing Stars and Crucial Moments

Both teams were short-handed, with Anthony Edwards missing a third consecutive contest for the Timberwolves due to a right foot injury, while Ja Morant was absent for Memphis after spraining his left ankle during Monday’s 121-103 victory over the Clippers. The Grizzlies were also without Cam Spencer, who was unavailable for personal reasons following a career-best 27-point outing against Los Angeles.

With the Grizzlies ahead 106-103, Landale knocked down his fourth three-pointer of the evening – his personal best – to extend the lead. After a missed opportunity by Reid for Minnesota, Jackson converted a floater with 47 seconds remaining to secure the result, following up his season-high 31-point effort on Monday.

Third Quarter Swing and Late Highlights

Trailing 76-67 midway through the third period, Memphis responded with a decisive 14-2 surge. Six different Grizzlies got on the scoreboard during this stretch, which was capped by consecutive three-pointers from Landale, Caldwell-Pope, and Jackson, interspersed with a follow-up basket from Landale, giving Memphis an 81-76 advantage.

Naz Reid’s three-point play narrowed the deficit to 96-94 with 7:10 to play, but Landale responded with another three-pointer, stretching the lead to five points with 3:22 left. Brandon Clarke, making his return for Memphis following his last appearance on March 19 and subsequent arthroscopic surgery to relieve right knee synovitis, contributed six points and three rebounds off the bench.

Looking Ahead

• Memphis will host Washington on Saturday
• Minnesota are set to welcome Oklahoma City on Friday