Memphis Grizzlies vs Brooklyn Nets Preview
At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (20-37) will host the Brooklyn Nets (21-35) in a non-conference matchup. The Nets are currently favored by 1.5 points, and they are 11th in the Eastern Conference. Brooklyn has lost four straight games.
This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis. The Grizzlies are 13th in the Western Conference and have a moneyline of +102. The over/under line for this game is 215.5 points.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Brooklyn Nets Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the Nets and Grizzlies did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Grizzlies have the leg up at 2-1. The Grizzlies also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 250 points per game leading to an over/under record of 3-0.
- Across the Nets last ten road games, the team averaged 103 points per game while allowing 115. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 2-8, while going 2-8 straight-up.
- Through their last three home games, Memphis has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 103 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have an ATS mark of just 7-3 in their last ten games. Memphis posted a straight up mark of 2-8 in these matchups.
- Going back to their previous five games as the favorite, Brooklyn has an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 2-3 straight up.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction
In their last game, the Nets were 8-point underdogs to the Timberwolves but lost by 15 points, 101-86. The O/U line for that game was 220.5, and the teams combined to score 187 points.
Brooklyn’s ATS record for the season is 24-29, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last three games. On the road, they are 9-17 ATS.
As the favorite this season, the Nets are 12-5, and they have covered the spread in their last two games as the favorite. Today, they are favored by 1.5 points.
On the season, the Nets are 26-30 on the O/U, and their games have averaged 228 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 215.5, and their games have averaged 228.5 points.
Overall, Brooklyn is 21-35 and currently 11th in the Eastern Conference. Against the West, they are 7-17 and 14-18 against the East. The Nets have lost four straight games.
When it comes to scoring, the Nets are averaging 112.5 points per game this season, which is 23rd in the NBA. However, they have been a better offensive team on the road, averaging 110.8 points per game compared to 114.0 at home.
So far this season, the Nets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 41.1% of their games. In terms of pace, Brooklyn is 22nd in the league at 97.7 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the Nets are just 28th in field goal percentage at 45%. From two-point range, they are shooting 52%, which is 26th in the league. However, they are 7th in three-pointers made per game at 13.6.
Brooklyn’s defense is currently in line with the NBA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 115.5 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Nets are causing 11.9 turnovers per game, ranking 6th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 15th in rejections, averaging 5.2 blocked shots each game.
Today, the Grizzlies are looking to win their 5th straight game against the spread. As 1.5-point underdogs, they have gone 23-20 against the spread as underdogs this season.
Memphis’ most recent game was a 101-95 loss to the Clippers. The Grizzlies covered the spread as 9-point underdogs, and the O/U line was 224.5.
This season, Memphis has an ATS record of 28-29 and is 12-16 ATS at home. On average, they have an ATS scoring margin of -6.5 points per game at home.
When looking at their O/U record for the season, the Grizzlies are 25-31-1. In their games this year, the average combined scoring is 219.6 points per game, which is lower than today’s line of 215.5.
In the Western Conference, the Grizzlies are currently in 13th place with a record of 20-37. Against Western Conference teams, they are 13-25 compared to 7-12 against the East.
Coming into the game, the Grizzlies are one of the worst offensive teams in the league, averaging just 106.9 points per game (30th). At home, they are scoring just 104.5 points per game (30th).
So far this season, the Grizzlies have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 21.1% of their games. In terms of pace, Memphis is 16th in the league at 98.4 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Grizzlies are 5th in the league in attempts but are just 29th in three-point field goal percentage at 34%. Overall, they are 29th in field goal percentage.
This season, the Grizzlies defense has been impressive, holding the 9th position in the league while permitting an average of 112.8 points per contest. On two point field goal attempts, the Grizzlies’ defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 53.7% and allowing 37.9% from beyond the arc.
According to our analysis, we anticipate the Nets to win this one with a projected score of 128-75.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Tips
- Take the Nets on the moneyline
- The Nets should also cover at -1.5
- Our NBA model projects 203 points, and we suggest taking the under
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
- Marcus Smart – Finger – Out
- Ja Morant – Shoulder – Out
- Brandon Clarke – Achilles – Out
- John Konchar – Thumb – Out
- Desmond Bane – Ankle – Out
- Scotty Pippen Jr. – Lower Back – Out
Brooklyn Nets Injury Report
- Ben Simmons – Leg – Questionable
- Dariq Whitehead – Shin – Out
