Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies 3/24/23 – On Friday night, Houston will have another chance to defeat Memphis when the two teams square off. The Rockets lost by five points on Wednesday to extend their losing streak to three games. Memphis has won seven of its last eight games and claimed its fourth straight victory with 130-125 over Houston. Memphis Grizzlies are the best bet today to win this game over the Rockets.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies
Date & Time: Friday, March 24, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET
Location: FedExForum
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Odds
Rockets
Moneyline: +575
Spread: +13.0 (-110)
Total: 233.5 over (-110)
Grizzlies
Moneyline: -850
Spread: -13.0 (-110)
Total: 233.5 under (-110)
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Analysis
The Houston Rockets are averaging 110.3 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 118.1 points on 47.8 percent shooting, respectively. Jalen Green leads the team with 21.9 points and 3.9 rebounds per game, while Kevin Porter Jr. follows at 18.7 points and 5.5 boards per game; Alperen Sengun rounds out the double-digit scorers while Jabari Smith Jr. grabs 7.1 rebounds per game. Houston is shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc and 75.6 percent from the free throw line while allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep.
The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 116 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 112.1 points on 44.9 percent. Ja Morant leads the team with 27.1 points per game and 8.2 assists, while Desmond Bane adds 21.1 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Jaren Jackson Jr. leads all scorers with 10 points while Dillon Brooks pulls down 3.3 rebounds per game. The Memphis Grizzlies shoot 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 72.6 percent from free throw lines while allowing 35.3 percent shooting from deep. On average they grab 47 rebounds per game as well.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Against the Spread
Over is 4-0 in Rockets last 4 road games. Under is 5-1 in Rockets last 6 overall. Under is 5-1 in Rockets last 6 after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Under is 5-1 in Rockets last 6 when their opponent allows 100 points or more in their previous game. Under is 5-1 in Rockets last 6 when their opponent scores 100 points or more in their previous game.
Grizzlies are 0-3-1 ATS in their last 4 games playing on 1 days rest. Over is 5-1 in Grizzlies last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % below .400. Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following an ATS loss. Over is 4-1 in Grizzlies last 5 overall. Over is 4-1 in Grizzlies last 5 games following an ATS loss.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Free Pick
As these teams prepare to face off for the second consecutive game, it’s all about finding value. While the Rockets don’t always win games, they have been more competitive lately and have lost their last 5 games by an average margin of 4.4 points. Unfortunately for Memphis, Brooks was unavailable while Morant made his return after weeks away from action. On Friday though, Brooks will return from his one-game suspension and Morant should be in better form after shaking off any rust. Take the Memphis Grizzlies here to cover the huge spread and beat again the Rockets according to the latest NBA betting tips.
Free Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -13.0 (-110)
