Indiana Pacers (30-23) vs Memphis Grizzlies (36-18)
Game Info: Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 7:00 pm (Gainbridge Fieldhouse)
Betting Odds: Indiana Pacers +2.5 -- Over/Under: 250.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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The Memphis Grizzlies (36-18) are set to face the Indiana Pacers (30-23) on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Grizzlies are currently 1.5-point favorites in this matchup.
Prior to the All-Star break, the Grizzlies fell to the Los Angeles Clippers 128-114. In that game, Desmond Bane led the team with 23 points, while Jaren Jackson Jr. faced foul trouble throughout the contest. Notably, Ja Morant was absent due to a knee injury but is expected to return for this matchup.
The Pacers entered the All-Star break with a 30-23 record. Pascal Siakam has been a standout performer, recently making his third All-Star appearance and averaging 22.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.8 steals over his last five games.
Pascal Siakam Over 21.5 Points
As of February 19, 2025, Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam has played 53 games in the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 20.7 points per game, which ranks 36th in the league. Siakam's shooting efficiency this season includes a field goal percentage of 52.6% and a three-point shooting percentage of 40.8%. In addition to his scoring, he contributes 7.3 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game.
We've seen Siakam score over 21 points and six of his last 10 games and in two of those games he eclipsed the 30-point mark. We have a massive total in this game of 249.5 points so it's hard for me to believe that the leading scorer on this Indiana Pacers team won't have a big night. Both these teams play at a fast pace which will open up a lot of scoring opportunities for Siakam. I'm looking to target overs in this matchup.
Desmond Bane Over 2.5 Three Pointers
Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Desmond Bane is averaging 2.3 made three-pointers per game out of 5.7 attempts, resulting in a three-point shooting percentage of 39.3%. In addition to his three-point shooting, Bane contributes 18.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game this season.
Desmond Bane is coming off a massive game from beyond the ark hitting six three-pointers against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Memphis Grizzlies are giving up 13.7 3-pointers per game to opposing teams which is well above the league average. I also like how we can get plus money at this 2.5 line. In what should be a high-scoring game I expect Bane to contribute from deep.
Zach Edey Over 7.5 Rebounds
Memphis Grizzlies rookie center Zach Edey has played 40 games in the 2024-25 NBA season, averaging 7.6 rebounds per game over 20.6 minutes per game. Edey's rebounding performance includes an average of 3.2 offensive rebounds and 4.4 defensive rebounds per game. In terms of league standings, Edey ranks 31st in rebounds per game this season.
Edey has secured double-digit rebounds in five of his last 10 games and in that span, we saw him have two games where he's secured 14 rebounds. He’s going to be a presence in the paint for years to come in this league. There's potential that Myles Turner will be sidelined for this game on the Indiana side and even if he does play he won't be 100%. This will soften up the paint for the Pacers which is good for Edey when it comes to a rebounding perspective.
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AUTHOR: Brad Francis
