Minnesota at Memphis

While a lot of teams are resting players and getting ready for the playoffs, that is not the case for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Memphis Grizzlies. They are two of five Western Conference teams separated by one game in the loss column. These two teams are essentially in playoff game settings already due to the tightness in the Western Conference standings. That sets the stage for a playoff-type atmosphere, which can lead to a more defensive game. Minnesota has played three straight games UNDER the total, and none of those three saw more than 223 total points scored. Memphis has also played UNDER three straight times, and none of those saw more than 224 total points scored. I expect more of the same tonight. Bet this game to stay UNDER the total.