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Minnesota Defeats Memphis 130-117 - Recap
The Timberwolves got a 36-point performance from Anthony Edwards as Minnesota handed Memphis a 130-117 defeat on Saturday at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Timberwolves were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 238.0.
Minnesota got 29 points from Karl-Anthony Towns and another 23 points from Malik Beasley. D'Angelo Russell contributed 9 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Memphis got 32 points from Ja Morant in a losing cause and another 24 points from Dillon Brooks. Ja Morant contributed 8 assists for the Grizzlies, while Brandon Clarke had 12 rebounds.
Minnesota led at halftime, 65-62.
Minnesota had a 46-35 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.