Cleveland Cavaliers vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction 3/14/25 NBA Picks

Memphis Grizzlies (42-24) vs Cleveland Cavaliers (55-10)

Game Info: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 8:00 pm (FedExForum)

Betting Odds: Memphis Grizzlies +1.5 -- Over/Under: 245.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds

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The Cleveland Cavaliers pay a visit to the Memphis Grizzlies at the FedExForum on Friday night. Here’s a Cleveland Cavaliers vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction. This article will include a Cleveland Cavaliers vs Memphis Grizzlies Pick.

Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been on a tear as they've won 19 of their last 20 games overall and they will be looking to build on their current 15-game win streak after sneaking past the Nets in a 109-104 home win on Tuesday. Darius Garland led the team with 30 points, eight assists, and four steals, Jarrett Allen added 23 points with 13 rebounds and three blocks while Evan Mobley chipped in with 21 points, nine rebounds, and six assists. As a team, the Cavaliers shot 43 percent from the field and 10 of 42 from the 3-point line as they allowed the Nets to get off to a quick start. They had to dominate the second half by 59-41 to erase an early 18-point deficit and extend their win streak to 15 games. The Cavs will play against the Magic following this one.

Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies are starting to heat up as they are now gunning for a fifth straight victory after sneaking past the lowly Jazz in a 122-115 home win on Wednesday. Luke Kennard drained seven 3-pointers to lead the team with 30 points on 11 of 14 shooting off the bench, Ja Morant added 28 points with seven assists while Desmond Bane chipped in with 17 points and nine assists. As a team, the Grizzlies shot 45 percent from the field and 20 of 44 from the 3-point line as they jumped all over the Jazz from the tipoff and built a 19-point lead. However, it wasn't all smooth sailing as the Grizzlies trailed by one point with just 1:16 remaining before they scored the final eight points to escape with the gritty home win. 

Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win

  • The Grizzlies have won each of their last three games as home underdogs against Central Division opponents.
  • The Cavaliers have lost each of their last three games at FedExForum against Grizzlies teams that held a winning record.
  • The Grizzlies have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games as underdogs against Central Division opponents.
  • The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four road games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win

  • The Cavaliers have won each of their last 14 night games.
  • The Grizzlies have lost each of their last four home games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Cavaliers.
  • The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight home games.
  • The Cavaliers have covered the spread in each of their last six games as road favorites when playing with a rest advantage.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of the Grizzlies' last five games has gone UNDER the total points line.
  • Each of the Cavaliers' last five games against Western Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction

The Cavaliers are still shorthanded for this one with Donovan Mitchell ruled out again, while the Grizzlies have ruled out Santi Aldama again, and they have Jaren Jackson Jr listed as questionable for this one. The Cavaliers roll into town as the hottest team in the league, they've lost just one of their last 20 games and are still a tough team to beat with Mitchell sitting out on the sidelines. Still, the Grizzlies are starting to turn things around, and they would love a statement win here for their confidence. But it's going to be tough if Jackson Jr isn't able to suit up given how important he is on both ends of the floor. I might have been tempted to take the Grizzlies if we were getting more points, but with the line at a pick 'em, I can't go past the Cavaliers in their current form.
 

Peter’s Pick Cleveland -1.5

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