NBA: Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Reports, Predicted Lineups, and Starting 5s

On Friday night, the Memphis Grizzlies will face the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Game 6 of the first-round series between the two teams will take place tonight, with the Timberwolves behind 4-2 and hoping to force a Game 7 at home. In their previous match-up, the Grizzlies showed incredible grit to come back from an 11-point hole in the fourth quarter. Ja Morant's final 13 points, including an up-and-under layup with one second left on the clock, demonstrated his ability to be decisive in crucial moments.

The Timberwolves, on the other hand, were able to regularly make three-point shots and go to the free-throw line throughout the game. They let their lead slip away in the fourth quarter, scoring only eight field goals in total and losing 109-111. In Game 6, the stakes are enormous, as Minnesota is on the verge of being eliminated. The reaction of Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards to the pressure of the competition will be fascinating to watch.

Injury Report for the Memphis Grizzlies

Ziaire Williams is categorized as questionable due to right knee pain. After entering the league's health and safety standards, Steven Adams will be unavailable. Santi Aldama and Killian Tillie have both been ruled out due to knee and back injuries, respectively.

Injury Report for the Minnesota Timberwolves

There are no active injuries to report for the Timberwolves.

Predicted Lineups for Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

Memphis Grizzlies

The backcourt duo of Ja Morant and Desmond Bane will start, with Morant in charge of the attack. The forward spots will be filled by Dillon Brooks and Javier Jackson, with Xavier Tillman in the paint to round out the starting five.

Minnesota Timberwolves

D'Angelo Russell and Patrick Beverly will lead the team's backcourt, with Anthony Edwards providing assistance at small forward. Karl-Anthony Towns will start at center, while Jarred Vanderbilt will start at power forward.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Predicted Starting 5s

Memphis Grizzlies

Point Guard – Ja Morant | Shooting Guard – Desmond Bane | Small Forward – Dillon Brooks | Power Forward – Jaren Jackson | Center – Xavier Tillman.

Minnesota Timberwolves

Point Guard – D’Angelo Russell | Shooting Guard – Patrick Beverly | Small Forward – Anthony Edwards | Power Forward – Jarred Vanderbilt | Center – Karl-Anthony Towns.