The Memphis Grizzlies (4-3) travel to face off against the Brooklyn Nets (3-4) on Monday, November 4th. This game will be played at Barclays Center in Brooklyn and televised on YES. The Grizzlies are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Nets are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Nets. Tip-off is set for 8:00 ET.
Grizzlies vs Nets
The Grizzlies Are Coming Off A Win
The Grizzlies improved to 4-3 on the season with a 124-107 road win over the 76ers on Saturday. Memphis, who entered the game as +1 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The total score of 231 points went over the pre-game line of 223.5 by 7.5 points.
Memphis took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 35-24, and went on a 12-0 run to stretch their lead from 51-48 to 63-48. They continued to dominate in the 3rd quarter, winning it 33-23, and maintained their lead in the 4th, where both teams scored 32 points.
The Nets Are Coming Off A Win
The Nets fell to 3-4 on the season after a 106-92 loss to the Pistons on Sunday. Brooklyn, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 198 points was well below the O/U line of 219.
Brooklyn seemed to take control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Detroit 32-23. However, the Pistons responded by winning the 3rd quarter 31-20. Heading into the 4th quarter down 83-77, the Nets managed just 15 points in the final frame while allowing 23.
Grizzlies Offense Breakdown
Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 27 points in their win over the 76ers, scoring 15 in the 4th quarter. Jay Huff contributed 20 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4% shooting, with 12 points coming in the 3rd quarter.
Memphis shot 55.2% from the field and 44.4% from three, making 12 threes overall. Ja Morant added 18 points and 12 assists, while Jaylen Wells scored 9 of his 15 points in the opening quarter.
Nets Offense Breakdown
Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 27 points in their win over the 76ers, scoring 15 in the 4th quarter. Jay Huff added 20 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4% and scoring 12 points in the 3rd quarter.
Memphis shot 55.2% from the field and 44.4% from three, making 12 threes overall. Ja Morant contributed 18 points and 12 assists, while Jaylen Wells scored 9 of his 15 points in the 1st quarter.
Grizzlies Team Defense
Defensively, the Grizzlies were solid in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, allowing just 24 and 23 points, respectively, as they held the 76ers to 107 points on 40% shooting. Memphis did struggle to contain Philadelphia from beyond the arc, where the 76ers hit 19 threes at a 41% clip.
The Grizzlies sent the 76ers to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws. On the boards, Memphis gave up 8 offensive rebounds while collecting 9 steals and blocking 6 shots.
Nets Team Defense
The Grizzlies’ defense held the 76ers to 107 points on Saturday, giving up 28 points in the 1st quarter but tightening up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 24 and 23 points, respectively. Memphis struggled in the 4th, giving up 32 points, but still managed to secure the win.
Overall, the Grizzlies limited the 76ers to 40% shooting, though Philadelphia hit 19 threes at a 41% clip. Memphis sent the 76ers to the line 20 times, with Philadelphia making 16 free throws. The Grizzlies grabbed 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and added 9 steals and 6 blocks.
Grizzlies vs Nets Trends
- The Grizzlies are 3-2 ATS in their last road games and 3-2 straight-up.
- Across their last five home contests, Brooklyn has a 3-2 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-4, while averaging 105 points per game.
- Through their last three games as the underdog, the Nets have an ATS record of 3-0 and a straight up mark of 2-1.
- The last three games that Memphis was favored, they have an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.
Grizzlies vs Nets Prediction
For a point-spread bet in this Grizzlies vs. Nets matchup, we’re leaning towards the Nets at +5.5. Although our projections show the Grizzlies winning 110-105, we suggest placing your bet on the Nets for the point-spread.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 225.5, and our model predicts the Grizzlies and Nets to score a combined 215 points. We recommend betting on the under.
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Last updated:November 4, 2024 Grizzlies, Nets