The Rockets are gearing up to take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, Nov 22. The game is slated for 8:00 ET and will be broadcast on Spac. Houston comes into this game as 4.5-point favorites with the total set at 213.5. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s get into the Rockets vs. Grizzlies predictions below.
Rockets vs. Grizzlies Odds
- Spread: Rockets -4.5
- Total 213.5
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Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Toyota Center, Houston TX
- TV: Spac
Grizzlies Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Memphis has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 110 points per game while allowing 114. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-1.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have gone 4-6 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-8.
Rockets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Rockets have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 5-0 vs. the spread.
- Across their last three home contests, Houston has a 3-0 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 0-3, while averaging 106 points per game.
- Through their last five games as the favorite, the Rockets have an ATS record of 3-1-1 and a straight up mark of 5-0.
Taking a Look at the Grizzlies Chances in Houston
The Grizzlies will face the Rockets bringing in an overall record of 3-10 and a 1-2 record over their previous three games. The team currently sits 13th in the Western Conference and 4th place in the Southwest division.
Coming off their recent game, the Grizzlies offense tallied 100 points in a matchup against the Celtics. Their field goal percentage for the game was 38.9%, and they made 17 threes. The top scorer for the Grizzlies was Desmond Bane with 30 points, while Santi Aldama also added 28 to the scoreboard.
Coming into the game, the Grizzlies defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 38.5% of their games. Currently, they are 19th in the NBA at 114.2 points per game allowed.
So far this season, the Grizzlies’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 4th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.6 times per game vs. Memphis.
Pressure Builds for Houston as Home Favorites
In their upcoming game against the Grizzlies, the Rockets can move above .500 with a win, as they are currently 6-6. Across their 12 games, the Rockets have recorded a 5-5 record when facing teams from the Western Conference and a 1-1 record in non-conference games.
In their latest game, the Rockets offense put up 116 points against the Warriors. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 46.3% and made 13 threes. Alperen Sengün is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today’s matchup with an average of 20.9. Meanwhile, Jalen Green also brings a PPG average of 18 into the game.
Coming into the game, the Rockets’ defense has finished three straight games with an increased number of points allowed. Overall, they are 5th in the league at 107.0 points per game allowed.
Opponents are hitting 53.2% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 33.0% of their three-point attempts.
Rockets vs. Grizzlies Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Alperen Sengün and his points prop of 20.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -121 while the under is at -113. Considering his prop is set at 20.5, our model recommends taking the over, as we expect him to finish with 22. We anticipate him shooting 60.0% from the field and making one three.
- The Prop: Alperen Sengun Over 20.5 Points (-121)
Rockets vs. Grizzlies Predictions
The Rockets is our pick to not only win with a projected score of 107-101. But we also favor them to cover the spread. Our bet is on the Rockets at -4.5.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 213.5 and our model has the Grizzlies and Rockets finishing with a combined 208 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Rockets -4.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook