Despite playing without star guard Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies had the right formula to beat Golden State Warriors in Game 4. The Grizzlies aggressively challenged all of their shooters and forced the Warriors to make tough decisions on which shots to take. Everything worked out well until Memphis melted in the fourth quarter, getting outscored by 10 points to fall behind 3-1 in the series.
While things didn’t end well, developing a blueprint on the road could serve Memphis well at home. Generally speaking, determining a good strategy for how to be on NBA road teams in the playoff doesn’t provide a clear-cut answer. The Grizzlies will be eager to harass Golden State again and try to earn a return trip to the West Coast.
The Warriors will want to get their high-powered offense back on track to close things out early. With Morant likely out for the series, Golden State won’t want to fool around. Let’s check the Warriors at Grizzlies Betting Analysis.
Last game records
Golden State beat Memphis 101-98 May 9 in San Francisco. The Warriors lead the series 3-1.
Matchup information
Warriors at Grizzlies Betting Analysis
Golden State Betting Analysis
Betting stats NBA show the Warriors’ potent offense had a few cracks in Game 4. Golden State only made 24.3 percent (9-of-37) of its shots from the perimeter and shot 40 percent (36-of-90) overall. Betting stats NBA show the Warriors were solid on the road early in this season. Golden State split the first two games in Memphis.
Steph Curry carried an otherwise pedestrian effort from the Warriors’ offense in Game 4. Curry scored a game-high 32 points and also contributed eight assists. Andrew Wiggins was second on the team in scoring, contributing 17 points and 10 rebounds. Jordan Poole and Klay Thompson added 14 points apiece.
Memphis Betting Analysis
The Grizzlies had to be happy with their effort in Game 4. Memphis held a 56-42 edge in points in the paint without its star rim attacker, Morant. What the Grizzlies showed a need for down the stretch was a closer. Jaren Jackson Jr. did his best to fill Morant’s shoes, scoring 21 points.
But Memphis really rallied behind its collective excellence. Veteran big man Steven Adams finished with a double-double, scoring 10 points and grabbing 15 rebounds. Tyus Jones finished with 19 points, while Kyle Anderson had 17.
Where Memphis would like to see improvement is in its all-around offensive attack. The Grizzlies only went to the free-throw line 15 times. Memphis also only shot 25.7 percent (9-of-35) from the 3-point line.
Updates
Golden State has no injury news of note. Santi Aldama and Killian Tillie will not play in Game 5 for Memphis. Morant is doubtful to return.
- Golden State is 45-42-2 against the spread.
- Memphis is 58-33-1 against the spread.
- The over has gone 41-48-2 in the Warriors’ games this season.
- The over has gone 46-42-4 in the Grizzlies’ games this season.
- Golden State is 28-27-4 against the spread following a win.
- Phoenix is 20-10 against the spread following a loss.
Warriors at Grizzlies Betting Preview
NBA betting odds have the Warriors as a 4-point favorite. Golden State is -177 on the moneyline, while the Grizzlies are +145. Anyone looking to make NBA picks can also bet on the over/under, which is set at 218.5 points.
Warriors at Grizzlies Betting Prediction
Memphis has shown it doesn’t plan on rolling over and not being competitive without its star guard. However, the Grizzlies will have to show they can be more efficient on offense. Returning home should provide a boost to a young team looking for energy from somewhere. How much being at home will help is yet to be determined.
While Golden State was stifled in Game 4 by Memphis’ defense, it is unlikely the Grizzlies will be able to contain Golden State again. The Warriors will have the finish line to the series in site and will want to try to close things out in five games so they can rest their legs heading into the Western Conference final. Expect the Warriors to rally in the fourth and take down the Grizzlies, who have a bright future.
How to bet Warriors at Grizzlies
Bet Golden State -4
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