Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Grizzlies vs Hawks prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Atlanta.

  • The Grizzlies come in at 19-9.
  • Memphis has an effective field goal percentage of 56% (7th).
  • The Grizzlies are coming off a 144-93 win vs. the Hawks.
  • The Hawks play host to the Grizzlies with a 14-14 record.
  • The Hawks are averaging 116.5 points per game so far.
  • The Hawks are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Grizzlies.

Grizzlies vs Hawks Prediction

At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will travel to Atlanta to take on the Hawks (+107). Memphis is currently 2nd in the Western Conference with a record of 19-9, while Atlanta is 7th in the East at 14-14. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 241.5.

This is a non-conference matchup between two teams on losing streaks. The Hawks have dropped two straight, while the Grizzlies have lost their last three. Tip-off is set for 7:30 ET at State Farm Arena, and the game can be seen on FDSS.

Grizzlies vs. Hawks Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Memphis Grizzlies at Atlanta Hawks
  • Where: Atlanta at State Farm Arena
  • Date: Saturday, December 21st
  • Betting Odds MEM -1.5, MEM -127 | ATL +107 O/U 241.5

Grizzlies Preview: Can the Memphis Offense Score Enough on the Road?

The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread. The game’s total points of 237 fell just short of the 238.5 O/U line.

Memphis took control early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. They outscored the Warriors 37-15 in the 1st quarter and 32-23 in the 2nd. By the end of the 3rd, they led 109-59, and the 4th quarter was more competitive, with Memphis edging Golden State 35-34.

The Grizzlies lit up the scoreboard in their 144-93 win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and connecting on 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at 50% efficiency.

Jake LaRavia added 19 points, knocking down 4 threes at 80%, while Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th quarter, and Desmond Bane also added 15 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd.

The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter from Golden State.

From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 made threes on 33% shooting. Memphis also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. The Grizzlies controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds, while also racking up 11 steals and 8 blocks.

Hawks Preview: Can Atlanta Grab a Win at Home?

Memphis improved to 19-9 on the season with a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. The Grizzlies, who were favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The total points for the game came in just under the line of 238.5, with a combined score of 237.

Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to pull away, outscoring Golden State 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies entered the 4th quarter up 109-59 and edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.

De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at 50% in their loss to the Spurs. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50%, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds.

Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, and Young added 8. The Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from deep and 47.4% overall.

Defensively, the Hawks had a strong 2nd quarter, allowing just 24 points, but they still gave up 133 points in a loss to the Spurs. Atlanta allowed 36 points in the 1st quarter and 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.

The Hawks struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Spurs hit 19 threes on 45% shooting. Atlanta sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Hawks finished with 41 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.

Grizzlies vs Hawks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across their last five road contests, Memphis has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-2. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 127 points per game.
  • Through their last five home games, Atlanta has an ATS record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 3-2 while averaging 112 points per game.
  • Looking back on the team's last three games as the underdog, the Hawks have a straight up record of 1-2. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-2.
  • The Grizzlies have played well in their last five games as the betting favorite, going 4-1 straight up and 4-1 against the spread.

Grizzlies vs Hawks Prediction

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