Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns Matchup

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

  • The Grizzlies sit at 22-11.
  • Memphis has an effective field goal percentage of 55% (7th).
  • The Grizzlies are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Suns.
  • The Suns sit at 15-16.
  • Defensively, Phoenix are giving up 113.9 points per game.
  • The Suns are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Grizzlies.

Grizzlies vs Suns Prediction

At 9:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (22-11) will take on the Phoenix Suns (15-16) in a Western Conference matchup. The Suns are favored by 5.5 points and have a moneyline of -217. The over/under line is set at 235.5.

Phoenix is currently on a two-game losing streak and sits 11th in the Western Conference. Memphis is 2nd in the West and 1st in the Southwest Division.

Grizzlies vs. Suns Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Memphis Grizzlies at Phoenix Suns
  • Where: Phoenix at Footprint Center
  • Date: Tuesday, December 31st
  • Betting Odds PHO -5.5, MEM +180 | PHO -217 O/U 235.5

Grizzlies Preview: Will Memphis Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?

The Grizzlies fell to 22-11 on the season after a 130-106 loss to the Thunder on Sunday. Memphis, who entered the game as +8 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the 24-point loss. The total points for the game were 236, just over the pre-game line of 233.5.

A 12-0 run by the Thunder early in the game shifted momentum, and Memphis struggled to recover. The Grizzlies were outscored 42-19 in the 2nd quarter, putting them in a 102-74 hole heading into the 4th, where they outscored the Thunder 32-28.

In their 130-106 loss to the Thunder, the Grizzlies shot just 38.1% from the field and 27.5% from three-point range, despite hitting 14 threes. Desmond Bane led the way with 22 points, 12 of which came in the 1st quarter.

Jay Huff added 17 points, including 9 in the 4th, while Luke Kennard contributed 16 points, 10 of which came in the final period. Kennard also hit 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from beyond the arc.

The Grizzlies struggled defensively on Sunday, giving up 130 points to the Thunder. They allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 42 in the 2nd, before tightening up in the 3rd, where they gave up 26. The Thunder shot 50% from the field.

Memphis did well defending the three, holding Oklahoma City to 31% shooting from deep with 14 made threes. The Thunder went 12/12 from the line. The Grizzlies finished with 35 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 4 blocks.

Suns Preview: Do the Suns Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?

The Grizzlies dropped to 22-11 on the season after a 130-106 road loss to the Thunder on Sunday. Memphis entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game went over the line of 233.5, with a combined score of 236.

A 12-0 run by the Thunder early in the game set the tone, and Memphis struggled to recover. The Grizzlies were outscored 42-19 in the 2nd quarter, putting them in a 102-74 hole heading into the 4th. Memphis finished strong, winning the final quarter 32-28, but it was too late to change the outcome.

In their 109-105 loss to the Warriors, the Suns struggled offensively, shooting just 42.4% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 25.7% clip. Kevin Durant led the way with 31 points, including 10 in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, though he managed just 3 points in the 4th.

Bradley Beal added 28 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter. He connected on 4 threes, shooting 36.4% from deep. Ryan Dunn contributed 15 points, shooting 50% from the field, as did Beal.

Despite a strong defensive effort, the Suns couldn't hold off the Warriors, who scored 109 points on Saturday. Phoenix gave up 34 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they held Golden State to 41% shooting.

The Suns did well defending the three, with the Warriors making only 12 threes at a 26% rate. Phoenix sent Golden State to the line 19 times, where they hit 15 free throws. Defensively, the Suns recorded 7 steals and 12 blocks.

Grizzlies vs Suns Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across their ten previous road games, Memphis has an ATS mark of 7-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 5-5 while averaging 124 points per game.
  • Across their last three home contests, Phoenix has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 109 points per game.
  • Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have gone 3-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-3.
  • Going back to their last five games as the favorite, the Suns have a straight up record of 2-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-4.

Grizzlies vs Suns Prediction

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