The Minnesota Timberwolves fell 116-110 to the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, snapping a two‑game winning streak and dropping to 17-10, sixth in the Western Conference. Although they led by as many as nine points, the Wolves could not regain the lead in the fourth quarter and saw their late rally fall short. The absence of star guard Anthony Edwards, who is nursing foot soreness, was a significant factor.
Head coach Chris Finch voiced his frustration over several disputed calls by the referees, using strong language during the broadcast to address a referee he believed missed crucial calls in the final quarter. This is not Finch’s first public criticism of officiating. After a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on November 27, he complained that officials overlooked multiple Timberwolves calls, citing an incident in which Lu Dort allegedly threw Julius Randle to the ground without penalty. Finch also suggested that center Rudy Gobert does not receive the same level of protection from referees as other big men in the league.
The Wolves now turn to a rematch with the league‑leading Thunder, seeking to rebound from the defeat. With Edwards’ status still uncertain and several key players dealing with injuries, Minnesota will need to rely on its bench depth to remain competitive in the Western Conference. The upcoming game will be a crucial test of the team’s resilience and determination as they strive to maintain their position in the standings.
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