Timberwolves roll past injury-hit Grizzlies 131-114 in Memphis as Edwards scores 33 points

Minnesota extends streak as Memphis struggles to keep pace

The Minnesota Timberwolves used a decisive third-quarter surge to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 131-114 at FedExForum on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, continuing a stretch of comfortable wins while Memphis’ skid deepened amid a depleted rotation.

Minnesota improved to 31-19, while Memphis fell to 18-29. The Timberwolves led from the opening minutes and built their advantage with efficient shooting and balance across the roster, keeping the game at double digits for long stretches after halftime.

Edwards and Randle set the tone; Reid and McDaniels add scoring depth

Anthony Edwards scored 33 points to lead Minnesota. Julius Randle added 27 points and seven assists, repeatedly creating offense in half-court possessions while helping Minnesota maintain control as Memphis tried to trim the margin.

Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels each scored 20 points, giving the Timberwolves four players at 20 or more. Rudy Gobert anchored the interior with 16 rebounds and two blocks, helping Minnesota limit second chances during key sequences.

• Minnesota shot 47-of-89 (52.8%) from the field.
• The Timberwolves made 18 three-pointers on 37 attempts (48.6%).
• Both teams finished with 15 turnovers, but Minnesota converted its shooting efficiency into separation.

Memphis starts cold from deep, rallies late but cannot close the gap

Memphis kept contact early before Minnesota widened the margin. A major storyline was Memphis’ early long-range struggles, which reduced the scoring margin for error and limited the team’s ability to answer Minnesota’s perimeter makes.

Ty Jerome, appearing in his first game of the season after a right calf strain, led the Grizzlies with 20 points and six assists. GG Jackson added 19 points and Jaylen Wells scored 15, but Memphis could not sustain enough stops to get the game within reach.

Game flow turned sharply in the third quarter, when Minnesota’s offense produced a 39-point period that widened a nine-point halftime lead into a comfortable cushion.

What it means and what comes next

The result underscored Minnesota’s current formula: high-percentage offense, multiple scoring options, and a rebounding edge that prevents extended runs. For Memphis, the loss reflected the difficulty of generating consistent offense while several rotation players remain unavailable.

The teams are scheduled to meet again in Memphis on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.