Memphis Grizzlies: A position-by-position playoff matchup guide vs Minnesota Timberwolves

The 2022 NBA Playoffs are finally here and the Memphis Grizzlies have their first-round opponent set.

The No. 2 Grizzlies (56-26) will host the No. 7 Minnesota Timberwolves (46-36) for a seven-game series slated to begin April 16 at 2:30 PM CT.

Each team won two games apiece during the four regular-season meetings, which set the table for what should be an incredibly physical and evenly matched series.

Minnesota, led by All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns is one of the best big men in the NBA. The Grizzlies, led by All-Star Ja Morant is one of the best guards in the NBA.

We’re taking a look at how each team stacks up against one another in what will be an exhilarating series for fans of both teams.

How the Memphis Grizzlies matchup with the Timberwolves in the playoffs

The Grizzlies are one of the deepest teams in the NBA, evident by the 20-5 record they earned in games played without Ja Morant.

Tyus Jones, a former member of the Timberwolves, has steadfastly become the best backup point guard in the league.

Players like De’Anthony Melton, Brandon Clarke, and John Konchar are instant sparks of energy whenever they check into the game.

For Minnesota, Malik Beasley and Taurean Prince are solid rotation players that can get the Wolves bench points in bunches. Big men Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels ensure there is no drop-off in production any time Towns heads to the bench.

Let’s take a deeper dive into each team’s starting lineup and see who has the edge at each position.