The Utah Jazz (15-50) travel to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies (41-24) on Wednesday, March 12th. This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and televised on FDSS. The Grizzlies are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Jazz are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Jazz. Tip-off is set for 8:00 ET.

Jazz vs Grizzlies

The Jazz Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

On Monday, the Jazz dropped to 15-50 for the season with a 114-108 road loss to the Celtics. Utah entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep the final score closer than expected. The combined score of 222 points fell short of the 229-point over/under line.

Utah’s 11-0 run in the 4th quarter, where they outscored Boston 39-24, brought them back into the game after trailing 90-69 heading into the final period.

The Grizzlies Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Grizzlies improved to 41-24 this season with a 120-118 win over the Suns on Monday. Memphis was favored by 2.5 points at home, but the Suns kept it closer than expected. The game’s total points of 238 fell short of the 244.5 O/U line.

After trailing 34-26 in the 1st quarter, Memphis took control by winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring Phoenix 31-25 and 38-31, respectively. They entered the 4th quarter with a 95-90 lead but were outscored 28-25 in the final period.

Jazz Offense Breakdown

John Collins led the Jazz with 28 points and 10 rebounds in their 114-108 loss to the Celtics, despite shooting just 40% from the field and 18.2% from three. Brice Sensabaugh added 22 points, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% clip, while Collin Sexton contributed 16 points and 13 assists.

Utah shot 45.3% overall and 34.2% from three, making 13 threes in the game. Sensabaugh scored 17 of his 22 points in the 4th quarter, while Collins added 10 points in the final period.

Grizzlies Offense Breakdown

Ja Morant led the Grizzlies to a win over the Suns, scoring 29 points and dishing out 12 assists while shooting 69.2% from the field. Morant put up 10 points in the 4th quarter, and Cam Spencer added 11 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% rate.

Memphis hit 17 threes, shooting 37% from deep and 46.5% overall. GG Jackson and Jay Huff each contributed 14 points, with Jackson scoring 8 in the 3rd quarter and Huff adding 5 in the 4th. Lamar Stevens and Scotty Pippen each chipped in 13 points, with Pippen scoring 5 in the 3rd.

Jazz Team Defense

Defensively, the Jazz had a solid 1st and 4th quarter, but a rough 3rd quarter where they gave up 37 points contributed to their 114-108 loss to the Celtics. Overall, Utah allowed Boston to shoot 43% from the field.

The Jazz struggled to contain the Celtics from beyond the arc, giving up 18 threes at a 34% clip. Boston also went 16/18 from the free-throw line. Utah finished with 3 steals and 4 blocks.

Grizzlies Team Defense

Defensively, the Jazz had a solid 1st and 4th quarter but struggled in the 3rd, where they gave up 37 points in their 114-108 loss to the Celtics. Overall, they allowed Boston to shoot 43% from the field.

Utah gave up 18 three-pointers at a 34% clip and sent Boston to the line 18 times, where they hit 16 free throws. The Jazz finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 12 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 4 blocks.

Jazz vs Grizzlies Trends

• In their last three road games, Utah has averaged 113 points per game while allowing 119. The team’s record in this stretch was 0-3 while going 2-1.
• Across the Grizzlies last three home games, the team averaged 117 points per game while allowing 114. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-1-1, while going 2-1 straight-up.
• In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Jazz have a straight up record of 2-8 and an ATS mark of 7-3.
• Through their previous three contests as the betting favorite, the Grizzlies have a strong record of 3-0. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-2.

Jazz vs Grizzlies Prediction

As the underdogs with a spread of +12.5, we recommend going with the Jazz on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 247 and our model has the Jazz and Grizzlies finishing with a combined 284 points. Our pick is to take the over.

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