Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors 12-29-22

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction 02/05/2025: NBA Picks

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction

Game Time 7:30 pm EST
Memphis Grizzlies Line -6.5
Toronto Raptors Line +6.5
Total 243.5
TV: NBA TV

 

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction

Below is a detailed analysis for Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors game.

 

 

 

PREGAME WARM-UP:

Two teams sitting on opposite sides of their respective conference are clashing in this matchup, when the fourth-worst in the East Toronto Raptors, are hosting the second-best in the West, Memphis Grizzlies. The Raptors are playing their second leg of a back-to-back, and are playing their best basketball of the season lately, as they have only one loss in their last seven games. The Grizzlies have been one of the hottest teams of the NBA lately, as they have lost only once in their last ten games.

 

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction

Toronto Raptors Injury Report: Kelly Olynyk, Immanuel Quickley are questionable

Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report: Ja Morant is questionable, Marcus Smart, Cam Spencer, Vince Williams are out.

Toronto Raptors Form and Trends

The Raptors have a 16-33 record this season and are tied with the Nets on the 12th place of the East. Toronto is 29-19-1 against the spread and 23-25-1 in over/under, while having a 12-14 home record. The Raptors are 8-2 in their last 100 games and 9-3 against the spread in their last 12. Under is 4-1 in their last 5 games.

 

The Raptors are coming off a 115-108 home victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. RJ Barrett leads the Raptors in scoring, with an average of 21.6 points, adding 6.6 rebounds and 5.7 assists. Scottie Barnes adds 20.1 points, 8.1 rebounds and a team-high 6.4 assists.

 

Memphis Grizzlies Form and Trends

The Grizzlies have a 34-16 record this season and are tied with the Rockets on the second place of the Western Conference. Memphis is 33-17 against the spread and 31-17-2 in over/under, while having a 13-11 road record. Memphis is 9-1 in their last 10 games and 7-3 against the spread. Over is 3-1 in their last 4 games.

 

The Grizzlies are coming off a 128-109 home victory against the San Antonio Spurs. Jaren Jackson leads the Grizzlies in scoring with 23.3 points and 6.1 rebounds. Ja Morant adds 20.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and a team-high 7.6 assists per game.

 

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction

Statistical Breakdown

Offensively, the Raptors are averaging 111.2 points per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. They shoot 47% from the field (13th) and 35.1% from beyond the arc (22nd). Defensively, they are the 25th team in the league, allowing 116.3 points per game.

 

Offensively, the Grizzlies are the best team in the NBA, with 123.5 points per game. They have the 5th-best field goal percentage, with 48.6% and a 37.3% three-point percentage (8th). Defensively, they allow 115.6 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the league.

 

In their previous meeting earlier this season, the Grizzlies won 155-126 at home. The Grizzlies are 4-2 in their last 6 meetings and 4-2 against the spread. Under is 5-1 in their last 6 meetings.

 

Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction

In this Memphis Grizzlies vs Toronto Raptors Prediction, the Grizzlies are coming as -6.5 road favorites. The Grizzlies are rightfully favored, as they are the superior team this season, and have been in extremely good form lately. The Raptors are also playing their second game in two nights, and as good as they have been playing, they stand no chance against one of the best teams of the NBA. Take the Memphis Grizzlies and lay the points on the road.

Nick’s Free Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6.5

 

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