Memphis Grizzlies (31-16) vs Houston Rockets (32-14)
Game Info: Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:30 pm (FedExForum)
Betting Odds: Memphis Grizzlies -5 -- Over/Under: 238 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TNT
The Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies meet Thursday in NBA action at the FedExForum. Here’s a Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction. This article will include a Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Pick.
Houston Rockets Betting Preview
The Houston Rockets beat the Hawks and Celtics, and they play the Nets, Knicks, and Timberwolves next. The Houston Rockets are averaging 113.9 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 108.2 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jalen Green is averaging 21.3 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Alperen Sengun is averaging 19.1 points and 10.4 rebounds. Fred VanVleet is the third double-digit scorer and Amen Thompson is grabbing 8.1 rebounds. The Houston Rockets are shooting 34.2 percent from beyond the arc and 75.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Houston Rockets are allowing 35.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48.1 rebounds per game.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Jazz, lost to the Knicks, and they play the Bucks, Spurs, and Raptors next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123.3 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 115.6 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 22.8 points and 6.2 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 20.3 points and 7.5 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.8 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 37.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77.4 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 34.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.6 rebounds per game.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last eight games at FedExForum following a loss.
- The Rockets have lost three of their last four games at FedExForum against Grizzlies teams that held a winning record.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last eight games at FedExForum following a loss.
- The Rockets have failed to cover the spread in three of their last four games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a win.
Why the Houston Rockets will win
- The Rockets have won each of their last eight night games against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Grizzlies have lost nine of their last 10 games at FedExForum when playing with a rest advantage.
- The Rockets have covered the spread in seven of their last eight night games against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games at FedExForum when playing with a rest advantage.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Grizzlies' last four games against Southwest Division opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Rockets' last four night games against Western Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Marcus Smart, Vince Williams Jr., and Cam Spencer.
The Rockets will be without Jabari Smith Jr., while Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams are questionable.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
It would be nice to know the status of Alperen Sengun before locking in anything. Check the injury report before betting. With that said, I'm still grabbing the points with the Rockets. I've been on the Rockets for a while now, and they're on a historic stretch. This month the Rockets have beaten the Grizzlies twice, the Cavs twice, the Nuggets on the road, and the Celtics on the road. While still young and probably a year or two away, the Rockets have done enough to be thrown into the contender category. I'm not turning down points with the Rockets with how well they're playing. Also, the Rockets have won six of the last seven games against the Grizzlies. Give me the free buckets, especially if we get good news on Sengun later in the day.
Randy’s Pick Houston Rockets +5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
