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Memphis Grizzlies Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Houston Rockets in Western Conference Showdown

Game time: October 25, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Toyota Center (Houston) — Houston, TX

Article updated Oct 25, 6:02 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Memphis Grizzlies will be facing the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference matchup at the Toyota Center on Friday night. The Grizzlies are coming off a close road win

Game outlook

The Memphis Grizzlies will be facing the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference matchup at the Toyota Center on Friday night. The Grizzlies are coming off a close road win against the Utah Jazz, while the Rockets suffered a home loss to the Charlotte Hornets in their season opener. Houston is currently favored to win with a -3.5 point spread. This game marks the first of four matchups between the two teams this season.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Grizzlies +136 | Rockets -160

Spread: Grizzlies +3.5 (-110) | Rockets -3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 224 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 62%.

Memphis Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies are entering this season with a strong lineup and high expectations. Led by point guard Ja Morant, the team has key players like Marcus Smart and Jaren Jackson Jr. contributing to their defensive presence. The addition of rookie center Zach Edey adds depth to their lineup. Despite some ongoing injuries, the team is focused on improving their performance. In terms of statistics, the Grizzlies rank 4th in offense, scoring an average of 126.00 points per game, and 19th in defense, allowing an average of 124.00 points against them. They have a solid shooting percentage and rebounding average, making them a competitive force in the league.

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Houston Rockets Analysis

The Houston Rockets, led by young shooting guard Jalen Green and coached by Ime Udoka, are looking to continue their development and improve their performance. The team's starting five consists of quality players, including Dillon Brooks, Jabari Smith Jr, and Alperen Sengun. Despite some injury concerns, the Rockets have shown promise and potential. In terms of their power ranking and offensive and defensive statistics, the Rockets have room for improvement but are working towards becoming a stronger team. Their performance in recent matchups against Memphis highlights their competitiveness and determination to succeed.

Memphis Grizzlies poised for success despite injury setbacks: Favorable odds on the road against Houston Rockets

The Memphis Grizzlies present themselves as the superior team due to their strong overall roster, despite facing recent injury setbacks. While it is early in the season and relying solely on statistics can be misleading, the Grizzlies have demonstrated their ability to perform well under the leadership of Morant and Bane. The addition of Zach Edey further enhances their offense, making them a formidable opponent even if he faces limitations due to fouls. Conversely, the Houston Rockets' loss of an 18-point lead at home in their first game raises questions about their defensive capabilities and resilience. Based on these factors, it is advisable to favor the Memphis Grizzlies to cover the spread on the road and potentially secure a 2-0 start this season.

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

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Memphis Grizzlies+107 → +145Moved
  • Moneyline · Houston Rockets-130 → -170Moved
  • Spread · Memphis Grizzlies+2 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Houston Rockets-2 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over218.5 (-110) → 226.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under218.5 (-110) → 226.25 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Memphis Grizzlies
1-0 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Houston Rockets
0-1 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-10-25T22:02:05.004Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Memphis Grizzlies are entering this season with a strong lineup and high expectations. Led by point guard Ja Morant, the team has key players like Marcus Smart and Jaren Jackson Jr. contributing to their defensive presence. The addition of rookie center Zach Edey adds depth to their lineup. Despite some ongoing injuries, the team is focused on improving their performance. In terms of statistics, the Grizzlies rank 4th in offense, scoring an average of 126.00 points per game, and 19th in defense, allowing an average of 124.00 points against them. They have a solid shooting percentage and rebounding average, making them a competitive force in the league.

The Houston Rockets, led by young shooting guard Jalen Green and coached by Ime Udoka, are looking to continue their development and improve their performance. The team's starting five consists of quality players, including Dillon Brooks, Jabari Smith Jr, and Alperen Sengun. Despite some injury concerns, the Rockets have shown promise and potential. In terms of their power ranking and offensive and defensive statistics, the Rockets have room for improvement but are working towards becoming a stronger team. Their performance in recent matchups against Memphis highlights their competitiveness and determination to succeed.

The Memphis Grizzlies present themselves as the superior team due to their strong overall roster, despite facing recent injury setbacks. While it is early in the season and relying solely on statistics can be misleading, the Grizzlies have demonstrated their ability to perform well under the leadership of Morant and Bane. The addition of Zach Edey further enhances their offense, making them a formidable opponent even if he faces limitations due to fouls. Conversely, the Houston Rockets' loss of an 18-point lead at home in their first game raises questions about their defensive capabilities and resilience. Based on these factors, it is advisable to favor the Memphis Grizzlies to cover the spread on the road and potentially secure a 2-0 start this season.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-14Houston Rockets 113 · Memphis Grizzlies 121
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Houston Rockets defeated Memphis Grizzlies 128-108

Houston Rockets defeated Memphis Grizzlies 128-108 on October 25, 2024, a 20-point decision in the series. Houston Rockets' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 39-18. Against SportsJaw's recorded Memphis Grizzlies +3.5 (-110) spread, Houston Rockets covered, while the 236 combined points finished over the recorded total of 226.25.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • OddssharkTotal · Over 218.5 (-110)Win
  • BluedevilSpread · Memphis Grizzlies +2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Memphis Grizzlies +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 222 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Memphis Grizzlies +2.5 (-110)Loss