Match Preview: Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves
The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on 29th April 2022, in what will be the 6th game of their ongoing 1st round series in the Western Conference Playoffs.
Memphis currently leads the series by 3-2 and has the chance to close out the series and progress to the second round of the playoffs. On the other hand, the Timberwolves will look to win game 6 at their home court and force a Game 7 in Memphis to keep their season alive.
Injury Report:
Memphis:
PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Santi Aldama | PF | Mon, Apr 25 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Apr 29 |
Killian Tillie | PF | Mon, Apr 25 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Apr 29 |
Zaire Williams | SF | Sun, Apr 24 | Eye | Game Time Decision |
Minnesota:
- None
Players to watch out for in Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- DeAngelo Russell – TWolves
DLo has had a terrible series so far, and that has cost the Timberwolves. In the biggest game of their season, the point guard of the Wolves will look to put on a show and shut down his critics.
- Ja Morant – Jazz
Ja will be hoping to step up big time and close out this series in game 6 itself. We saw what he did in the 4th quarter of the last game, and he will look to replicate that in game 6 as well.
Match Prediction & Telecast Details:
The Minnesota Timberwolves might edge this one out as they are playing at home, and need to win to keep the series alive. However, this match will be a very close game till the end.
Prediction:
- Minnesota Timberwolves to win the game.
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