The Denver Nuggets (7-4) travel to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies (7-6) on Sunday, November 17th. This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and televised on ALT. Both the Nuggets and Grizzlies will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip off is scheduled for 6:00 ET.

Nuggets vs Grizzlies

The Nuggets Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Nuggets fell to 7-4 on the season after a 101-94 loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Denver, who were -2 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 195 points was well below the O/U line of 217.5.

A 12-0 run by the Pelicans early on put Denver on the back foot. The Nuggets tried to recover, outscoring New Orleans 32-27 in the 2nd quarter, but they couldn’t close the gap, as the Pelicans edged them out 19-18 in the 3rd and 23-22 in the 4th.

The Grizzlies Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Memphis dropped to 7-6 on the season after a 123-118 road loss to the Warriors on Friday. The Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by just five points. The total score of 241 points went over the pre-game line of 236.5.

Memphis fell behind after being outscored 26-20 in the 2nd quarter and 38-30 in the 3rd. They made a push in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to cut the lead from 117-98 to 127-98, but ultimately couldn’t complete the comeback.

Nuggets Offense Breakdown

In their 101-94 loss to the Pelicans, the Nuggets struggled offensively, shooting just 42.5% from the field and 27% from three-point range, connecting on only 10 threes. Michael Porter Jr. led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip, and added 6 rebounds and 3 assists.

Peyton Watson contributed 18 points, while Jamal Murray added 16, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter despite shooting 37.5% from the field and 25% from deep. Porter scored 14 of his 24 points in the 2nd quarter.

Grizzlies Offense Breakdown

In their 123-118 loss to the Warriors, the Grizzlies shot just 40.8% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 7 threes at a 16.7% clip. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 32 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 55% from the floor, while Desmond Bane added 18 points on 53.8% shooting.

Jackson was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 11 points, and Jaylen Wells added 10 of his 16 points in the final period. Wells also hit 2 threes, shooting 33.3% from deep.

Nuggets Team Defense

Despite a strong defensive effort, the Nuggets couldn’t overcome a rough 1st half, allowing 32 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd, leading to a 101-94 loss to the Pelicans. Denver tightened up in the 3rd quarter, giving up just 19 points, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.

Overall, the Nuggets held New Orleans to 42% shooting, including 31% from three, with the Pelicans making 11 threes. Denver also sent New Orleans to the line 18 times, where they hit 16 free throws. The Nuggets recorded 10 steals in the game.

Grizzlies Team Defense

Despite a strong defensive effort, the Nuggets couldn’t overcome the Pelicans on Friday, allowing 101 points in the loss. Denver gave up 32 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 3rd, holding New Orleans to just 19 points. Overall, the Nuggets limited the Pelicans to 42% shooting from the field.

Denver did well defending the three, with the Pelicans hitting 31% from deep, making 11 threes. The Nuggets also sent New Orleans to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Denver grabbed 33 defensive rebounds but allowed 17 offensive boards, while also recording 10 steals.

Nuggets vs Grizzlies Trends

• Across the Nuggets last ten road games, the team averaged 112 points per game while allowing 113. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-5, while going 6-4 straight-up.
• When looking at their past five home matchups, Memphis has an ATS record of 4-1 while averaging 120 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
• The Nuggets have played well in their last five games as the betting underdog, going 3-2 straight up and 4-1 against the spread.
• As the betting favorite, the Grizzlies have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Memphis posted a straight up mark of 6-4 in these matchups.

Nuggets vs Grizzlies Prediction

We’re calling a win for the Grizzlies, with a final score of 146-107, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Grizzlies at -2.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 227.5, and our model projects the Nuggets and Grizzlies to reach a combined total of 253 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

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