Charlotte Hornets vs Memphis Grizzlies Matchup

Keep reading to see our Hornets vs Grizzlies NBA prediction In this article we will outline who will come away with the win and cover the spread.

  • The Hornets' record sits at 11-28.
  • Charlotte has an effective field goal percentage of 50% (29th).
  • The Hornets are coming off a 110-105 win vs. the Grizzlies.
  • The Grizzlies will be hosting the Hornets and hold a 28-15 record.
  • The Grizzlies are averaging 123.1 points per game so far.
  • The Grizzlies are coming off a 108-106 win vs. the Hornets.

Hornets vs Grizzlies Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-670) will host the Charlotte Hornets (+483) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 12 points, and the over/under line is set at 239.5.

Memphis (28-15) is currently on a three-game win streak and is 3rd in the Western Conference. Charlotte (11-28) has also won three in a row and is 13th in the East.

Hornets vs. Grizzlies Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets at Memphis Grizzlies
  • Where: Memphis at FedExForum
  • Date: Wednesday, January 22nd
  • Betting Odds MEM -12, CHA +483 | MEM -670 O/U 239.5

Hornets Preview: Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Charlotte?

Charlotte improved to 11-28 on the season with a 110-105 win over Dallas on Monday. The Hornets were +5 point underdogs at home and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 215 points fell short of the 224-point O/U line.

A key moment in the game was Charlotte's 14-0 run, which turned a 55-49 deficit into a 63-55 lead. After trailing 83-82 going into the 4th quarter, the Hornets outscored the Mavericks 28-22 in the final period to seal the win.

In their win over the Mavericks, the Hornets hit 17 threes, shooting 43.6% from deep, despite a 40.8% overall field goal percentage. LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges each scored 23 points, with Ball making 5 threes at a 50% rate, while Bridges hit 4 threes at 57.1%.

Nick Smith also contributed 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from beyond the arc and finishing with 19 points. Ball did most of his damage early, scoring 10 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, while Mark Williams added 10 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.

The Hornets' defense held the Mavericks to 105 points on Monday, allowing 27 points in the 1st quarter, 28 in both the 2nd and 3rd, and just 22 in the 4th. Charlotte limited Dallas to 43% shooting from the field.

Charlotte excelled at defending the three, holding Dallas to 18% from deep with just 6 made threes. The Hornets also recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks in the game.

Grizzlies Preview: Can the Grizzlies Hold Strong at Home?

Charlotte improved to 11-28 on the season with a 110-105 win over the Mavericks on Monday. The Hornets were +4 point underdogs but not only covered the spread, they won outright. The game’s total of 215 points fell short of the 224-point O/U line.

A key moment in the game was Charlotte’s 14-0 run, which turned a 55-49 deficit into a 63-55 lead. They outscored Dallas 28-22 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points and 11 rebounds in their win over the Timberwolves, scoring 15 of his points in the 4th quarter. Desmond Bane added 22 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Ja Morant contributed 19 points and 7 assists, with 7 points in the final period.

The Grizzlies struggled from beyond the arc, making just 7 threes at 21.2%, and shot 43% overall from the field. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to score 108 points in the victory.

The Grizzlies put together a strong defensive performance on Monday, holding the Timberwolves to 106 points on 38% shooting. Memphis gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 22 points. They did give up 30 points in the 4th but managed to hold on for the win.

From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited Minnesota to 14 threes on 32% shooting. The Timberwolves also went 20/27 from the free-throw line. Memphis finished with 9 steals and 4 blocks in the game.

Hornets vs Grizzlies Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across the Hornets last ten road games, the team averaged 108 points per game while allowing 113. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-4-1, while going 3-7 straight-up.
  • Across their last five home contests, Memphis has been good against the spread posting a mark of 4-1. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 125 points per game.
  • Looking back on the team's last ten games as the underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 3-7. Their record vs the spread in these games was 7-2-1.
  • Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Grizzlies have an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 against the spread.

Hornets vs Grizzlies Prediction

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