Philadelphia 76ers vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Picks & Predictions
The struggling Philadelphia 76ers travel to Memphis to face the Grizzlies on Wednesday, Nov. 20. With a 2-11 record, the 76ers are tied for the worst in the Eastern
Game outlook
The struggling Philadelphia 76ers travel to Memphis to face the Grizzlies on Wednesday, Nov. 20. With a 2-11 record, the 76ers are tied for the worst in the Eastern Conference and have lost four consecutive games. Memphis, at 8-7, has also been struggling with three losses in their last four games. Tip-off is at 8 P.M. EST. Despite Philadelphia being the betting favorite, the current line favors them by -2.5. Check out our preview and prediction for this matchup between the 76ers and the Grizzlies.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: 76ers -145 | Grizzlies +125
Spread: 76ers -2.5 (-110) | Grizzlies +2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 222.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 59%.
Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are struggling this season with a 3-1 record, tied for last place in the Eastern Conference. They have lost four straight games and are averaging the fewest points per game in the league. On defense, they are allowing opponents to shoot well above average from the field. Their leading scorer is Tyrese Maxey, but they will be missing Kyle Lowry for their upcoming game. The team's overall performance has led to a power ranking of 18, indicating their deficiencies on both offense and defense.
Memphis Grizzlies Analysis
The Memphis Grizzlies have an overall record of 8-7 this season and are currently in ninth place in the Western Conference. They have lost three of their last four games, with their most recent loss being to the Denver Nuggets. Leading the team in scoring is Jaren Jackson Jr. with 23.1 points per game, while Zach Edey leads in rebounds with 6.9 per game, and Scotty Pippen Jr. leads in assists with 5.9 per game. The Grizzlies are averaging 119.1 points per game, ranking fourth in the league, and are shooting 47.6% from the field. On defense, they are allowing 112.7 points per game and are forcing opponents to shoot 44.1% from the field. In terms of betting, the Grizzlies have a 9-6 record against the spread this season and are 5-3 when playing at home. Several players are out for the upcoming game on Wednesday. Memphis has a power ranking of 12 and is ranked #3 for offense in the league. Their shooting percentages and defensive stats are also highlighted in the summary.