Timberwolves gameday: They play Memphis, team that eliminated them in last season's playoffs
The Wolves and Grizzlies meet for the first time Friday since their hard-fought first-round playoff series last April. Memphis won it 4-2.
November 11, 2022 at 3:28AM
TV: ESPN, BSN
Radio: 830-AM
Game preview: First meeting between the teams since the Grizzlies ousted the Wolves from the first round of the playoffs in six games. ... Memphis is 8-4, and 4-1 at home, while the Wolves had a 1-3 homestand and are 5-7. ... Grizzlies G Ja Morant is averaging 28.8 points (eighth in the NBA) and 6.9 assists, and G Desmond Bane averages 24.7 points. C Steven Adams averages 11.7 rebounds per game. ... Memphis is sixth in three-point percentage (.386) while the Wolves are 27th (.325). ... Wolves C Naz Reid (illness) is out.
The Timberwolves’ bench depth hasn’t been tested this year, but their bench quality has been a huge asset. It was on display once again in a comfortable win over Charlotte on Monday.
