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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131–114 on January 31 at FedExForum, surpassing the Vegas total line of 229.5 with a dominant road performance. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 33 points, while Julius Randle added 27 points as Minnesota's two-pronged offensive attack overwhelmed Memphis. The Timberwolves shot 52.8 percent from the field and made 18 three-pointers, compared to Memphis's 48.9 percent shooting and 10 threes, establishing early control that the Grizzlies never recovered from. T. Jerome (20 points) and G. Jackson (19 points) paced the hosts, but Memphis's defense proved porous, allowing a 127.7 offensive rating while generating only a 112.2 mark themselves. Minnesota's third quarter was particularly decisive, outscoring Memphis 39–30 to extend their lead. The Timberwolves' 12 steals and 5 blocks reflected their suffocating perimeter defense, and despite both teams committing 14 turnovers, Minnesota's superior ball movement (28 assists) and three-point efficiency proved the difference. Minnesota's road victory strengthens their conference standing and demonstrates their capacity to dominate in hostile environments.
