MEMPHIS, Tennessee — In an exciting matchup on Monday, the Memphis Grizzlies triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a final score of 108-106, thanks to a stellar performance from Jaren Jackson Jr., who scored 24 points, including 15 in a critical fourth quarter. Desmond Bane supported the effort with 22 points, consolidating Memphis’s third consecutive victory. Jackson proved pivotal in the game’s closing moments, shooting 6 of 8 during the final period, while also contributing 10 rebounds and two blocks. Ja Morant added 19 points to the Grizzlies’ cause, though he had a less efficient game, shooting just 5 for 16 from the field.
Leading the Timberwolves was Anthony Edwards with an impressive 32-point showing. Naz Reid also made significant contributions, tallying 29 points and scoring 15 during the fourth quarter as Minnesota fought hard to resist Memphis’s surge. Despite having a chance to secure the win in the closing seconds, Edwards’ 3-point shot fell short, contested closely by Bane and Jackson.
The Grizzlies outscored the Timberwolves 37-30 in what proved to be a critical fourth quarter. Prior to the game, Minnesota confirmed that guard Donte DiVincenzo would miss the matchup due to a toe injury.
In terms of the game dynamics, the Timberwolves appeared to respond well to Memphis’s advances in the fourth quarter, but a decisive 11-0 run from the Grizzlies ultimately changed the tide.
One standout moment came when Minnesota attempted to inbound the ball with just five seconds left. Edwards was forced to attempt a long 27-foot shot over Bane and Jackson, which failed to find its target. Earlier in the season, on January 11, Memphis defeated Minnesota in a closely contested game, 127-125.
A notable statistic from the matchup was Rudy Gobert’s shooting performance. Entering the game with an impressive 82.1% shooting rate over his last five games, Gobert struggled, finishing just 1 of 5 from the field.
Looking ahead, both teams will face off again soon, with Minnesota set to play against Dallas and Memphis gearing up to host Charlotte on Wednesday night.
