Key Takeaways:
- Memphis halted a six-game losing streak with a 137-128 victory over Minnesota
- Jaren Jackson Jr. delivered 30 points, while Anthony Edwards topped Minnesota with 39 points and seven rebounds
- Minnesota’s four-game winning run was interrupted ahead of their trip to Toronto on Wednesday
Match Overview
The Memphis Grizzlies bounced back from recent struggles, securing a 137-128 result against the Minnesota Timberwolves at home on Monday. Jaren Jackson Jr. spearheaded the Grizzlies’ offence with 30 points, supported by 19 from Ty Jerome. Memphis constructed a 20-point gap during the second half, maintaining control and never allowing the Timberwolves to close the deficit to fewer than nine points throughout the final stretch.
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Key Player Performances
Jaylen Wells contributed 18 points for Memphis, while Cam Spencer and Vince Williams Jr. each chipped in with 16 points. Minnesota were led by Anthony Edwards, who recorded a game-high 39 points alongside seven rebounds. Jaden McDaniels added 29 points, with Donte DiVincenzo producing 21 points, including 13 scored in the fourth quarter.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaren Jackson Jr. | Memphis Grizzlies | 30 | 6 | 2 |
| Ty Jerome | Memphis Grizzlies | 19 | 6 | 8 |
| Jaylen Wells | Memphis Grizzlies | 18 | 1 | 2 |
| Anthony Edwards | Minnesota Timberwolves | 39 | 7 | 3 |
| Jaden McDaniels | Minnesota Timberwolves | 29 | 4 | 3 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | Minnesota Timberwolves | 21 | 3 | 4 |
Game Flow and Shooting Statistics
The Grizzlies, who endured a tough outing on Saturday by converting just one of their first 18 attempts from three-point range, reversed their fortunes in this contest. On Monday, they hit 8 out of 15 from beyond the arc in the first half, helping them open up a lead that reached as many as 14 points. Memphis entered half-time up 66-58.
With a 98-86 advantage after three quarters, the Grizzlies surged further ahead by connecting on their first four shots to start the fourth quarter, including three consecutive three-pointers that extended their lead to 109-89.
Minnesota’s late challenge, led by DiVincenzo and Edwards, could not bridge the gap, with Memphis consistently maintaining at least a nine-point buffer until the buzzer. This outcome brought an end to the Timberwolves’ four-game winning streak, which included their 131-114 success over Memphis on Saturday – a game where Edwards posted 33 points and Julius Randle added 27.
Upcoming Fixtures
- The Timberwolves will travel to face the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday
- The Grizzlies start a five-game road trip in Sacramento, also on Wednesday
