Memphis Grizzlies 116, Minnesota Timberwolves 110
NBA · 2025-12-17 · Winner: Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 116–110 on 2025-12-17 in NBA play, a 6-point result. A 14-0 road team run ending at Q3 2:57 swung win probability 91% → 26%. Below is the quarter-by-quarter linescore, a win-probability timeline, and an automated breakdown of why Minnesota Timberwolves lost.
Linescore
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies | 29 | 32 | 27 | 28 | 116 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 27 | 35 | 21 | 27 | 110 |
Win probability
Turning point — A 14-0 road team run ending at Q3 2:57 swung win probability 91% → 26%.
Why Minnesota Timberwolves lost
- Lost Q3 21-27 - the worst stretch of the game.
- Gave up a 14-0 run ending at Q3 2:57 (win probability 91% → 26% for the home side).
- Shot 46.4% eFG vs a 55.9% season average - a cold night.
- Game was within 4 with 5:00 left - lost the closing stretch.
Scoring runs
| Team | Run | Ends | Win-prob swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 8–0 | Q2 10:02 | 53% → 81% |
| Memphis Grizzlies | 14–0 | Q3 2:57 | 91% → 26% |