Memphis Grizzlies (19-9) vs. Atlanta Hawks (14-14)
December 21, 2024 7:30 pm EDT
The Line: Atlanta Hawks +2.5; Over/Under: +242.5
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The Memphis Grizzlies and Atlanta Hawks meet Saturday in NBA action at the State Farm Arena. Here’s an Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction. This article will include an Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Pick.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Warriors, lost to the Lakers, and they play the Clippers, Raptors, and Pelicans next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123 points on 48.8 percent shooting and allowing 113 points on 43.7 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 21.8 points and 5.8 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 21.2 points and 8.1 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 77.6 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48.2 rebounds per game.
Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview
The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Bucks and Spurs, and they play the Timberwolves, Bulls, and Heat next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 119.3 points on 46.9 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 21.6 points and 3.9 rebounds, while De’Andre Hunter is averaging 19.8 points and 4.1 rebounds. Jalen Johnson is the third double-digit scorer, and Dyson Daniels is grabbing 5.1 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 38.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.5 rebounds per game.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hawks have lost each of their last five games after coming off overtime.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight home games against teams that held a winning record.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Grizzlies’ last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Hawks’ last six home games against Western Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
Memphis Grizzlies Player Facts
- Jaren Jackson Jr. is the only qualified player in the league averaging at least 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks this season.
- Desmond Bane ranks 11th amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (5.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hawks rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (38.2%).
- The Hawks rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (15.9).
- The Grizzlies rank 1st in the league for points per game this season (122.9).
- The Grizzlies rank 1st in the league for field goals made per game this season (45.2).
Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
Right when it looked like the Atlanta Hawks were finding their form and would be a team to watch, they lost back-to-back games to the Bucks and Spurs. The Memphis Grizzlies may be in a letdown spot after a blowout over the Warriors, but they’re also 19-9 ATS on the season. The Cavs and Grizzlies are tied for the most covers in the league. Hard to fade teams like that. I’ll lay the bucket with the Grizzlies on the road.
