The Memphis Grizzlies look for a win after splitting their last 6 games. The Houston Rockets are riding a 3-game winning streak. Let’s preview this game and give out a Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets prediction.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies are coming off losses to the Timberwolves and Mavericks. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 106.5 points on 43.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 46.2 percent shooting. Desmond Bane is averaging 24.8 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 20.8 points and 1.8 assists. Santi Aldama is the third double-digit scorer and Marcus Smart is grabbing 2.5 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 33.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 39.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.8 rebounds per game.
Memphis Grizzlies Player Facts
- Jaren Jackson Jr. is one of only four qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.5 threes and 1.5 blocks this season.
- Desmond Bane ranks 8th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (3.3) this season.
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Houston Rockets Betting Preview
The Houston Rockets have beaten the Thunder, Nuggets, and Spurs during this streak. The Houston Rockets are averaging 109.4 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 105.6 points on 43.8 percent shooting. Alperen Sengun is averaging 20.5 points and 9.1 rebounds, while Jalen Green is averaging 18.5 points and 4.6 rebounds. Fred VanVleet is the third double-digit scorer and Dillon Brooks is grabbing 3.6 rebounds. The Houston Rockets are shooting 35.9 percent from beyond the arc and 75.9 percent from the free throw line. The Houston Rockets are allowing 31.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.3 rebounds per game.
Houston Rockets Player Facts
- Fred VanVleet ranks 5th amongst qualified players for assists per game (8.5) this season.
- Alperen Sengun ranks 4th amongst qualified Centers for assists per game (5.6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Rockets rank 1st in the league for opponent assists per game this season (22.8).
- The Rockets rank 1st in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (31.7%).
- The Grizzlies rank 30th in the league for opponent blocks per game this season (6.9).
- The Grizzlies rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (39.7%).
Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets prediction
The Memphis Grizzlies are still banged up and can't string together good performances and usually fold against good teams. The Grizzlies are 9-13 ATS on the season and lost to the Rockets by 20 points last month. The Houston Rockets are one of the best covering teams in the league, with a 14-5-1 ATS record. I just can't find the confidence in the Grizzlies. Give me the Rockets and the reasonable number at home.
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers

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