The Celtics will visit the Grizzlies at FedExForum on Monday, March 31, 2025. The game will start at 7:30 PM. The Celtics have a record of 55-19, while the Grizzlies stand at 44-30.
In recent games, the Celtics have been strong. They won against the Spurs with a score of 121-111. Jayson Tatum scored 29 points in that game. They also beat the Suns 132-102 and the Kings 113-95.
The Grizzlies have had mixed results lately. They lost to the Lakers 134-127 and to the Thunder 125-104. However, they had a big win over the Jazz, scoring 140-103. Desmond Bane and Ja Morant have been key players for them.
Grizzlies Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies have had mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the Los Angeles Lakers by 7 points with a score of 134-127. Desmond Bane scored 29 points, while Ja Morant added 22 points and 10 assists. Zach Edey contributed 14 points and 11 rebounds.
In another game, the Grizzlies faced the Oklahoma City Thunder and lost by 21 points, scoring 104. Jaren Jackson Jr. led with 27 points, and Scotty Pippen Jr. added 17 points and 10 rebounds. The team struggled with a field goal percentage of 41.2%.
The Grizzlies had a strong performance against the Utah Jazz, winning by 37 points with a score of 140-103. They shot 53.1% from the field. Scotty Pippen Jr. had 16 points and 10 assists, and Desmond Bane scored 21 points. Zach Edey also played well with 15 points and 7 rebounds.
Overall, the Grizzlies rank high in offensive stats, scoring 122.2 points per game. They lead in possessions and field goal attempts per game. However, they allow 117.1 points per game, ranking 25th in defense. Key players like Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant contribute significantly to the team’s performance.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics have been performing well in their recent games. They secured a win against the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 121-111. Jayson Tatum led the team with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Luke Kornet also contributed with 15 points and 16 rebounds.
In another game against the Phoenix Suns, the Celtics won 132-102. Kristaps Porzingis scored 30 points and had 8 rebounds. Al Horford added 16 points and 10 rebounds. Jaylen Brown also played well, scoring 24 points.
The Celtics are strong in three-point shooting, making 17.9 per game, which ranks first in the league. They also have a solid defense, allowing only 107.8 points per game, ranking third. Their effective field goal percentage is 56.3, placing them fifth.
Jayson Tatum is a key player for the Celtics, averaging 27.2 points per game, ranking fifth in the league. Jaylen Brown follows with 22.4 points per game. Derrick White and Payton Pritchard also contribute significantly to the team’s performance.
Statistical Breakdown for Grizzlies vs Celtics
The game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Boston Celtics will be shaped by a few key stats. The Grizzlies have a high-scoring offense, ranking second in points per game. They also lead in possessions and field goal attempts. However, their defense allows many points, ranking 25th. The Celtics have a strong defense, ranking third in points allowed. They are also first in three-pointers made per game, which could challenge the Grizzlies’ defense.
- Grizzlies Points Per Game: 122.2 (2nd)
- Grizzlies Possessions Per Game: 102.9 (1st)
- Grizzlies Field Goal Attempts Per Game: 93.4 (1st)
- Grizzlies Points Per Game Allowed: 117.1 (25th)
- Celtics Points Per Game: 116.9 (8th)
- Celtics Three Pointers Made Per Game: 17.9 (1st)
- Celtics Points Per Game Allowed: 107.8 (3rd)
Betting Insights
The Boston Celtics and Memphis Grizzlies have different trends in betting this season. The Celtics have a slightly better ATS record on the road, while the Grizzlies have struggled as underdogs. Both teams have distinct patterns in their Over/Under results. Here are the top betting trends to consider for this game:
- The Celtics have a 14-12-0 ATS record on the road.
- The Grizzlies have a 4-13-0 ATS record as underdogs.
- The Celtics are on a 2-game over streak.
- The Grizzlies have hit the over in 43 games this season.
- The average combined score for Grizzlies games is 239.3, higher than their average Over/Under line of 236.43.
Free Betting Prediction for Grizzlies vs Celtics
The game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Boston Celtics will likely be high-scoring. The Grizzlies have a strong offense, scoring 122.2 points per game. However, their defense allows 117.1 points per game, which could be a problem against the Celtics’ efficient scoring.
The Celtics have a solid defense, allowing only 107.8 points per game. They also excel in three-point shooting, making 17.9 per game. This could put pressure on the Grizzlies’ defense, which ranks low in points allowed.
Given the Celtics’ strong defense and the Grizzlies’ struggles as underdogs, the Celtics have an edge. The Grizzlies’ high-scoring games often hit the over, so the total points could exceed 236.5.
- Our Free Prediction: Celtics -4.5
