Los Angeles Clippers vs Memphis Grizzlies Matchup

In this NBA regular season preview between Clippers and Grizzlies, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.

  • The Clippers head to Memphis for a matchup with the Grizzlies.
  • The Clippers are averaging 109.4 points per game so far.
  • The Clippers are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Grizzlies.
  • The Grizzlies will be hosting the Clippers and hold a 20-9 record.
  • Memphis has an effective field goal percentage of 56% (4th).
  • The Grizzlies are coming off a 128-112 win vs. the Clippers.

Clippers vs Grizzlies Prediction

The Memphis Grizzlies (-237) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+198) at FedExForum. The Grizzlies are 2nd in the Western Conference and have won two straight games. The Clippers are 8th in the West and have a record of 16-13.

This Western Conference matchup will tip-off at 8:00 ET. The Grizzlies are favored by 6 points and the over/under line is set at 230. The game will be televised on FDSS.

Clippers vs. Grizzlies Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies
  • Where: Memphis at FedExForum
  • Date: Monday, December 23rd
  • Betting Odds MEM -6, LAC +198 | MEM -237 O/U 230

Clippers Preview: Do the Clippers Have a Shot at a Win at Memphis?

The Clippers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 113-97 loss to the Mavericks on Saturday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, L.A. failed to cover the spread. The total score of 210 points was well below the O/U line of 220.5.

After a tight 1st quarter, the Clippers were outscored 31-18 in the 2nd. They battled back in the 3rd, winning the quarter 26-20, but the Mavericks pulled away in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to extend the score from 104-96 to 114-96.

In their 113-97 loss to the Mavericks, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and 27% from three-point range, making only 10 threes. Norman Powell led the way with 28 points, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 27.3% from deep.

James Harden and Kevin Porter Jr. each contributed 19 points, with Porter hitting 66.7% of his shots and 50% from three. Powell scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Porter added 10 in the final period.

The Clippers put together a strong defensive effort in the 1st and 3rd quarters, holding the Mavericks to 23 and 20 points, respectively. However, a 39-point 4th quarter from Dallas proved costly in the 113-97 loss. Overall, the Clippers allowed the Mavericks to shoot 45% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Clippers gave up 14 threes on 40% shooting. They also sent the Mavericks to the line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws. The Clippers finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while allowing 11 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.

Grizzlies Preview: Do the Grizzlies Stand a Chance at Home?

The Clippers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 113-97 road loss to the Mavericks on Saturday. Los Angeles entered as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 210 points came in well under the 220.5-point line.

After a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 31-18, the Clippers battled back in the 3rd, holding Dallas to 20 points. However, a 10-0 run by the Mavericks in the 4th quarter sealed the game.

Desmond Bane's 23 points and 8 assists led the Grizzlies to a 128-112 win over the Hawks, with Bane hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. Scotty Pippen Jr. added 22 points and 9 assists, shooting 75% from both the field and beyond the arc, with 10 of his points coming in the opening quarter.

Memphis connected on 18 threes, shooting 43.9% from deep and 51.5% overall. Jake LaRavia also hit 4 threes, finishing with 16 points, including 7 in the final quarter.

Despite a tough 4th quarter where they allowed 36 points, the Grizzlies held the Hawks to 112 points overall, thanks to strong defensive efforts in the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Memphis gave up 27 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but limited Atlanta to just 22 points in the 2nd.

The Grizzlies allowed the Hawks to shoot 48% from the field, including 36% from three-point range, where Atlanta made 14 threes. Memphis also sent the Hawks to the free-throw line 24 times, where they hit 20. The Grizzlies recorded 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and finished with 13 steals.

Clippers vs Grizzlies Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across the Clippers last three road games, the team averaged 104 points per game while allowing 109. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.
  • Through their last ten home games, Memphis has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 5-5 while averaging 124 points per game.
  • Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Los Angeles has an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 1-4 straight up.
  • Memphis has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.

Clippers vs Grizzlies Prediction

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