Philadelphia 76ers will head to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies in this cross-conference matchup. The tip-off for this game is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET from the FedExForum.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Information
After a tough loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the 76ers are looking for a big rebound game against a tough opponent.
The Grizzlies also lost their last game, losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves by eight points two nights ago.
This will be the first bout between these two teams this season. Let’s take a look at the best 76ers vs Grizzlies bet for tonight’s contest. This should be one of the better NBA matchups of the day.
Last Game
76rs
The 76ers played the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, getting beat by a score of 85-113. Cleveland outscored Philadelphia in all four quarters, dominating Philadelphia the entire game.
When looking at the NBA player stats, the 76ers only had two players in double figures with Joel Embiid and Shake Milton. Embiid was able to score 19 points on 6-16 shooting, while Milton scored 14 on 6-12 shooting.
Grizzlies
The Grizzlies game was much closer, losing by a score of 101-109. This game was close all the way through, with the Grizzlies holding a four-point lead going into halftime.
Things went south for Memphis in the last two quarters when the NBA team stats show they gave up over 30 points to the Timberwolves in each of the last two quarters.
The Grizzlies’ lack of defensive pressure could end up costing them as the season gets further along.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Analysis
The 76ers find themselves six games behind the Boston Celtics after almost 25% of the season is complete. The issue with the 76ers has been their inability to get their full team on the court.
Tyrese Maxey is the most recent injured player for the 76ers. With a small fracture in his left foot, Maxey has missed the last two weeks and is not set to return for at least another full week.
Joel Embiid’s Performance
The 76ers do have one of the best performers in all of basketball on their roster in Joel Embiid.
The seven-foot center is one of the most dominant forces in the entire NBA, playing at a high level each night.
Embiid is leading his team, with 31.1 points per game and 9.6 rebounds per game. Embiid has set himself apart from several other big men by the way he has been able to keep a team in the standings all by himself.
NBA Schedule
The Grizzlies are just a game behind the New Orleans Pelicans. While this matchup is going to be tough, looking at the NBA schedule for the Grizzlies in the next few weeks, they do get to play teams who are lower in the standings.
Desmond Bane is currently on the Grizzlies’ injured reserve list. A sprain of his right big toe has caused him to be out for almost a month now, with a return date still up in the air.
Bane was having another great start to the season, averaging 24.7 points per game with five rebounds. What Bane brings to the Grizzlies is a little less stress for Ja Morant, giving him another weapon on the court when things get tough.
Ja Morant is the best player on the court for the Grizzlies. He is averaging over 28 points per game, with seven assists and six rebounds.
Odds Breakdown
Philadelphia 76ers Odds
The 76ers have a moneyline of +180 for tonight’s game. The 76ers have not been great on the road, coming into tonight with a record of 5-5 for away games. In their last five away games, the 76ers have a record of 2-3.
The O/U for this game is set at 217. The 76ers have hit under in four of their last five matches. In their last five away games, the 76ers have hit under in three of them.
The 76ers are getting 5½ points tonight. In their last five games, the 76ers are 3-2 against the spread. In the last five games where the 76ers are getting points, they have a record of 3-2
Memphis Grizzlies Odds
The Grizzlies moneyline odds are set at -220. While there is little value to be had at -220, it does make sense with their success playing at home. The Grizzlies have a record of 7-2 when playing in Memphis.
The Grizzlies have split their last ten games, going five of them over and five of them under. In their last five home NBA games, the under has been hit three times.
Memphis is a 5½ favorite for tonight’s game. The Grizzlies are 3-2 in their last five games ATS when they were the favorite. The Grizzlies are 4-1 ATS in their last five home NBA games.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick and Prediction
The NBA odds for the 76ers vs Grizzlies bet show two very good bets to make for tonight’s contest. The Philadelphia 76ers odds show them as the major underdog, which makes sense because of how well the Grizzlies are playing.
The Memphis Grizzlies stats at home make them the best pick for tonight’s game. Because of their success against the spread at home as well, when making the NBA picks, take the Memphis Grizzlies -5½.
The other 76ers vs Grizzlies bet to look at is the under for tonight’s contest. With two of the top scorers for each team sidelined, take the under 217 total points.
NBA Pick: Grizzlies -5 (-110)
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