Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies Preview
Don’t miss out on the NBA showdown between the Grizzlies and Jazz. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on KJZZ, and it’s hosted by the Jazz at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT. Get ready to place your bets!
The over/under for this game is set at 227.5 points, and the Jazz are the home favorites against the Grizzlies in a Western conference matchup. Check out BetCoco for Utah Jazz – Memphis Grizzlies odds
Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Heading into this week’s matchup, the Grizzlies have the edge in their recent matchups against Utah, going 2-1. In the last three games Memphis is averaging 115 points per game compared to 116 for the Jazz.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Grizzlies have a straight up record of 3-7 while going 2-8 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 112 points per game in these contests.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Jazz offense has averaged 115 points per game while allowing an average of 118. Utah posted an overall record of 3-7 while going 9-1 ATS.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 1-2.
- As the betting favorite, the Jazz have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
Most recently, the Grizzlies faced off against the Mavericks and were defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers with a score of 99-91 in their most recent game. Currently, their overall record stands at 1-3.
Memphis’ leading scorer was Desmond Bane, who recorded 30 points, while Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 9 rebounds and 30 points as the second leading scorer.
Defensively, the Grizzlies attained nine steals and 34 defensive rebounds in their previous game, but allowed 125 points. However, despite their efforts, the Grizzlies lost to the Mavericks with a final score of 125-110, resulting in an overall record of 0-4.
Utah’s most recent game came against the Nuggets, resulting in a 110-102 loss and bringing the Jazz’s overall record to 1-3.
Leading the Jazz against the Nuggets, Lauri Markkanen scored 27 points and Walker Kessler scored 22 points. Markkanen’s performance included making 10 out of 24 field goal attempts and 5 out of 13 three-point attempts, while Kessler had an impressive 10 out of 11 field goal attempts.
On defense vs. the Nuggets, Utah’s defense forced 12 turnovers and blocked 2 shots, but allowed 110 points. Despite their efforts, the Jazz lost to the Nuggets 110-102 on the road, resulting in a 1-3 overall record.
In spite of being 2.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Grizzlies winning this one 107-99.
Utah Jazz vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Tips
- We like the Grizzlies on the moneyline (+119)
- The Grizzlies are also our pick on the spread at +2.5
- Our NBA model projects 206 points, and we suggest taking the under
Utah Jazz Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
- Derrick Rose – Knee – Out
- Steven Adams – Knee – Out
- Ja Morant – Suspension – Out
- Brandon Clarke – Achilles – Out
- Santi Aldama – Ankle – Out
