The Grizzlies are ready to clash with the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday, Jan 12. Today’s matchup is set to tip off at 8:00 ET and will be televised on BSSE. Los Angeles enters this game as 8-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 225.5. Can the Clippers pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Grizzlies vs. Clippers player props and predictions.
Grizzlies vs. Clippers Odds
- Spread: Clippers -8
- Total 225.5
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Game Info
- Date: Friday, Jan 12
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: FedExForum, Memphis TN
- TV: BSSE
Clippers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Clippers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past five road matchups, Los Angeles has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
- Over the team’s last three games as the favorite, the Clippers struggled vs the spread going just 1-2. However, they still had a straight up mark of 2-1.
Grizzlies Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 0-4-1 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Memphis has played well in their previous five home games, going 3-2 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 115 points per game while allowing 118. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have a straight up record of 6-4 and an ATS mark of 6-4.
Will Los Angeles Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?
With an overall record of 24-13, the Clippers are looking to add to their above .500 mark as they face the Grizzlies. When playing on the road, the Clippers have gone 8-9 this season, while going 16-4 at home.
In their last game, Los Angeles put up 126 points vs. the Raptors. The Clippers shot 52.7% from the field and were a perfect 13/13 from the free throw line. Paul George and Kawhi Leonard both finished with 29 points to lead the team in scoring.
So far this season, the Clippers’ defense has been one of the best in the NBA, ranking 8th in points allowed per game at 111.8. On the road, they have been even better, ranking 12th at 114.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, they are 6th overall at 46.2%.
One area where the Clippers have been successful is in limiting opposing teams from beyond the arc. On average, opponents are making just 12.5 three-pointers per game vs. Los Angeles, which is 11th best in the league. In terms of three-point shooting percentage allowed, they are 11th at 35.4%.
Over the last five games, the Clippers’ defense has been slightly worse than their season average, allowing 110.8 points per game. During this stretch, opposing teams have shot 48.9% from the field and 39.1% from three.
Will the Grizzlies Pull Through as the Home Underdog?
Heading into today’s game, the Grizzlies are looking to build on their three game winning streak and have an overall record of 14-23. In the Western Conference, they are currently 13th and are 4th in the Southwest division.
In their last game vs. the Mavericks, the Grizzlies put up 120 points while shooting 48.4% from the field. They made 14 three-pointers as well. Desmond Bane is averaging a team-high 24.7 points per game. Jaren Jackson Jr. is also a key contributor, coming in with an average of 21.3 PPG.
When it comes to defense, the Memphis Grizzlies have been solid this season, allowing 113.2 points per game, which is 13th in the NBA. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 109 points per contest.
One area where Memphis has excelled is in blocking shots, as they are third in the league in that category at 6.3 per game. They have also been good at defending inside the arc, allowing opponents to shoot just 51.9% on two-point attempts, which is 4th in the NBA.
When it comes to defending the three-point line, the Grizzlies have struggled a bit, as they are 22nd in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 38.3%. Over their last five games, however, they have been much better in that area, giving up just 35.2% from beyond the arc.
Grizzlies vs. Clippers Player Props
A player prop we are looking at is Desmond Bane and his points prop of 27.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120.
Our model predicts that Desmond Bane will finish with 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 5. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 27.5.
- The Prop: Desmond Bane Under 27.5 Points (-120)
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Grizzlies vs. Clippers Predictions
For a point-spread wager in this Clippers vs. Grizzlies game, we suggest taking the Grizzlies at +8. Even though our predictions have the Clippers winning 115-110, we see the Grizzlies as the better choice on the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 225.5, and our model projects the Clippers and Grizzlies to reach a combined total of 225 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Grizzlies +8 | at Fanduel Sportsbook