The Mavericks are set to face the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday, Jan 9. The game is scheduled for 8:30 ET while airing on NBA. Dallas enters this game as 8.5-point favorites with the total set at 234.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Mavericks vs Grizzlies player props and predictions below.
Mavericks vs. Grizzlies Odds
- Spread: Mavericks -8.5
- Total 234.5
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Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Jan 9
- Time: 8:30 ET
- Location: American Airlines Center, Dallas TX
- TV: NBA
Grizzlies Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 2-2-1 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past three road matchups, Memphis has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 118 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.
Mavericks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Mavericks have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten home games, Dallas has an ATS record of just 6-4. However, their overall record was 5-5 while averaging 112 points per game.
- As the betting favorite, the Mavericks have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 2-1.
Can Memphis Lock in a Road Win?
Coming into today’s game, the Grizzlies are 13-23 overall and will be trying to pull off a surprise as underdogs by 8.5 points. In the Western Conference, the Grizzlies are in 13th place and are in 4th place in the Southwest division.
In their most recent game, the Grizzlies put up 121 points, which is higher than their average of 107.8 PPG. Desmond Bane is currently the team’s leading scorer, averaging 24.5 PPG. Jaren Jackson Jr. is also an important contributor, coming into the game with an average of 21.3 PPG.
On the season, the Grizzlies are giving up 113.5 points per game, which is 13th in the NBA. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Memphis is 9th at 46.4%.
One area where the Grizzlies have been strong is in defending the paint. They are 4th in two-point shooting percentage allowed at 51.9%.
Over their last five games, Memphis has given up 113 points per game. During that stretch, they have been solid at defending two-point shots, ranking 4th in the league.
So far this season, opponents have made 13.8 threes per game against the Grizzlies, which is 22nd in the NBA. In terms of three-point shooting percentage allowed, Memphis is 22nd at 38.5%.
When it comes to rebounding, the Grizzlies are 24th in the league at 42.4 boards per contest. Defensively, they are 20th in defensive rebounds.
One area where Memphis has been strong is in blocking shots. They are 3rd in the NBA at 6.4 blocks per game.
So far this season, opponents have scored less than their season average 63.9% of the time vs. the Grizzlies.
Over their last five games, Memphis has been able to keep opponents off the free-throw line, allowing just 17 made free-throws per contest.
On the year, the Grizzlies are 22nd in made free-throws allowed at 23.8 per game.
Will the Dallas Defense Show Up at Home?
As we head into today’s game, the Mavericks are looking to extend their three game winning streak and have an overall record of 22-15. On the road this season, the Mavericks are 11-8 compared to their 11-7 record at home.
At home this season, Dallas is putting up the 6th most points per game at 121.7. Overall, they are 7th in the NBA with an average of 119 points per game. Kyrie Irving led the way with 35 points for the Mavericks against the Timberwolves, while Luka Doncic added 34.
So far this season, the Dallas Mavericks are giving up 116.8 points per game, which is 20th in the NBA. When playing at home, they are allowing 115.3 points per game, which is 17th in the league.
In terms of three-point shooting, opponents are hitting 36.4% of their attempts from beyond the arc, which is 18th in the NBA. On average, opposing teams are attempting 36.5 three-pointers per game against the Mavericks.
Over their last five games, Dallas has been even better on the defensive end, giving up just 111.4 points per game. During this stretch, they have been particularly good at defending the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot just 32.7% from deep.
Mavericks vs. Grizzlies Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Desmond Bane and his points prop of 26.5.
Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -125 while the under is at -105. Our projections have Desmond Bane finishing with a stat line of 25 points, 5 and 5 assists. As for his points prop, we like the under at 26.5.
- The Prop: Desmond Bane Under 26.5 Points (-105)
Mavericks vs. Grizzlies Predictions
Not only do we have the Mavericks winning this one by a score of 115-105, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Mavericks at -8.5.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 234.5 and given that our model is projecting 220 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Mavericks -8.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook