SportsJaw
LeaderboardToday's GamesBest BetsLive OddsMake Picks
Login / Sign In
Today's GamesLatest PredictionsToday’s Best BetsLive OddsTeam PredictionsHead-to-Head MatchupsSJ CoinsAbout SportsJawContact UsLogin / Sign In
HomeMatchupsMake PicksLeaders
SportsJaw

The social platform for sports bettors.

Explore SportsJaw

  • Today’s Picks
  • Predictions
  • Best Bets
  • Leaderboard
  • Make Picks
  • Live Odds
  • Team Predictions
  • Head-to-Head
  • Game Briefing

Picks by Sport

  • NFL Picks
  • NCAAF Picks
  • NBA Picks
  • NCAAB Picks
  • MLB Picks
  • NHL Picks

About SportsJaw

  • How It Works
  • SJ Coins
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Contact Us

21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Picks are opinions, not guarantees. Past results do not predict future outcomes.

© 2026 SportsJaw. For entertainment purposes only. SportsJaw does not accept or place wagers.

  1. Home
  2. NBA Picks
  3. Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs
Fri 9:30 PM ET
Memphis Grizzlies logo
Memphis
Grizzlies140
4-0
versus
San Antonio Spurs logo
San Antonio
Spurs112
1-2
Final
Team1234T
Memphis Grizzlies27354038140
San Antonio Spurs29352226112
NBA · Memphis Grizzlies at San Antonio Spurs

Your Picks on Grizzlies vs Spurs

Picks closed
Spread
Moneyline
Total

Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 17, 2025 at 9:30 PM ET

Venue: Frost Bank Center — San Antonio, TX

Article updated Jan 17, 6:00 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this upcoming NBA matchup on Friday night, the Memphis Grizzlies will face off against the San Antonio Spurs at the Forst Bank Center. The Grizzlies are currently favored

Game outlook

In this upcoming NBA matchup on Friday night, the Memphis Grizzlies will face off against the San Antonio Spurs at the Forst Bank Center. The Grizzlies are currently favored to win with an opening line of -3.75, which has since shifted to Memphis -2. These two teams last played on January 15, with the Grizzlies securing a 129-115 victory over the Spurs. Stay tuned for this Grizzlies vs. Spurs prediction and top picks.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Grizzlies -129 | Spurs +110

Spread: Grizzlies -2 (-110) | Spurs +2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 239 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Memphis will win straight-up is 56%.

Memphis Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a mixed record in their last seven games, with key players dealing with injuries. Ja Morant and Desmond Bane have been sidelined for various games, but Morant recently made a strong return with a standout performance. The team's offense is impressive, leading the league in points per game, field goal percentage, and three-point shooting. Defensively, they are solid, ranking second in field goal percentage allowed and fifth in three-point percentage allowed. Overall, the Grizzlies have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked first in offense but 21st in defense. They have a strong record of 26-15 this season and are considered a top contender in the league.

21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Picks are opinions, not guarantees. Past results do not predict future outcomes.

San Antonio Spurs Analysis

The San Antonio Spurs were unable to maintain their lead against the Memphis Grizzlies, despite strong performances from rookie Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, and Victor Wembanyama. The team is relatively healthy, with Jeremy Sochan being the only player listed as out. The Spurs are currently in 12th place in the Western Conference, just one game out of ninth place. Their recent struggles include losing four of their last five games. Wembanyama leads the team in scoring, rebounding, and blocks, while Vassell also contributes significantly. The team averages 111.7 points per game and has a power ranking of 21. In terms of offense, they rank 16th on DunksandThrees.com and are shooting 45.5% from the field and 34.3% from three-point range. On defense, the Spurs allow opponents to shoot 45.31% from the field and 78.74% from the free-throw line. Overall, the team has an average of 45.68 rebounds per game and commits 13.89 turnovers on average. Memphis has gone 1-2 in their last three matchups against San Antonio. If you are interested in sports wagering, consider checking out the best sportsbook bonuses.

Injury Uncertainties Surround Morant, Spurs Look to Capitalize on Smart's Absence

There are uncertainties surrounding Morant's availability for the upcoming game, with Smart already ruled out, potentially benefiting the Spurs. Wembanyama faced challenges in his recent performance, with a low shooting percentage of 5-of-19 from the field and 3-of-10 from three-point range. His matchup against the sizable Zach Edey and the slightly smaller Jaren Jackson Jr. might be advantageous given their size differentials. The Spurs have a better record at home, standing at 12-9 compared to their 7-11 record on the road. Their defensive prowess, ranked 13th in Adjusted Defensive Rating, particularly spearheaded by Wemby, signifies their commitment to bouncing back after squandering a lead in their previous game. It is crucial for the team to focus on securing victories rather than solely relying on lottery picks, aiming for playoff contention.

SportsJawGame Predictions
Predicted score

Unavailable for this preview

Projected winnerUnavailableConfidencelow
Pick on the Spread

Published pick: Unavailable

Pick on the Total

Published pick: Unavailable

#MemphisGrizzlies#SanAntonioSpurs

Share this preview

Facebook X Reddit Email
SportsJaw logo
Written by

SportsJaw Editorial Team

SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

About our editorial process

SportsJaw Grizzlies vs Spurs archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Grizzlies vs Spurs matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Memphis Grizzlies-144 → +113Moved
  • Moneyline · San Antonio Spurs+122 → -133Moved
  • Spread · Memphis Grizzlies-3.75 (-110) → +2 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · San Antonio Spurs+3.75 (-110) → -2 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over241 (-110) → 237 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under241 (-110) → 237 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Memphis Grizzlies
4-0 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
San Antonio Spurs
1-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-17T23:00:10.724Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a mixed record in their last seven games, with key players dealing with injuries. Ja Morant and Desmond Bane have been sidelined for various games, but Morant recently made a strong return with a standout performance. The team's offense is impressive, leading the league in points per game, field goal percentage, and three-point shooting. Defensively, they are solid, ranking second in field goal percentage allowed and fifth in three-point percentage allowed. Overall, the Grizzlies have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked first in offense but 21st in defense. They have a strong record of 26-15 this season and are considered a top contender in the league.

There are uncertainties surrounding Morant's availability for the upcoming game, with Smart already ruled out, potentially benefiting the Spurs. Wembanyama faced challenges in his recent performance, with a low shooting percentage of 5-of-19 from the field and 3-of-10 from three-point range. His matchup against the sizable Zach Edey and the slightly smaller Jaren Jackson Jr. might be advantageous given their size differentials. The Spurs have a better record at home, standing at 12-9 compared to their 7-11 record on the road. Their defensive prowess, ranked 13th in Adjusted Defensive Rating, particularly spearheaded by Wemby, signifies their commitment to bouncing back after squandering a lead in their previous game. It is crucial for the team to focus on securing victories rather than solely relying on lottery picks, aiming for playoff contention.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2025-01-15Memphis Grizzlies 129 · San Antonio Spurs 115
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Memphis Grizzlies defeated San Antonio Spurs 140-112

Memphis Grizzlies defeated San Antonio Spurs 140-112 on January 17, 2025, a 28-point decision in the series. Memphis Grizzlies' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 40-22. Against SportsJaw's recorded Memphis Grizzlies +2 (-110) spread, Memphis Grizzlies covered, while the 252 combined points finished over the recorded total of 237.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Drew_WestcottSpread · Memphis Grizzlies +2 (-110)Win
  • JoeThomasSpread · San Antonio Spurs +2 (-110)Loss
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Memphis Grizzlies -2 (-110)Win
  • TjwinsSpread · Memphis Grizzlies -2 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidSpread · San Antonio Spurs +2 (-110)Loss
  • EXCELent Sports PicksMoneyline · Memphis Grizzlies -129Win
  • Sammy52Spread · Memphis Grizzlies -2 (-110)Win
  • 1735203231Spread · San Antonio Spurs +2 (-110)Loss
  • Tbone91Spread · Memphis Grizzlies -2 (-110)Win
  • JohnnywalkerSpread · San Antonio Spurs +2 (-110)Loss
  • MbcSpread · San Antonio Spurs +2 (-110)Loss