
Grizzlies vs Hornets Prediction 1/22/25 NBA Picks Today
Charlotte Hornets (11-28) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (28-15)
January 22, 2025 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Memphis Grizzlies -12; Over/Under: 239.5
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The Charlotte Hornets and Memphis Grizzlies meet Wednesday in NBA action at the FedExForum. Here’s a Grizzlies vs Hornets Prediction. This article will include a Grizzlies vs Hornets Pick.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets beat the Mavs and Bulls, and they play the Trail Blazers, Pelicans, and Lakers next. The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 107.1 points on 42.9 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 46.5 percent shooting. LaMelo Ball is averaging 29.3 points and 5.4 rebounds, while Brandon Miller is averaging 21 points and 4.9 rebounds. Miles Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and Mark Williams is grabbing 9.5 rebounds. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.4 rebounds per game.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Spurs and Timberwolves, and they play the Pelicans, Jazz, and Knicks next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123.1 points on 48.4 percent shooting and allowing 114.9 points on 44.7 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 22.6 points and 6.4 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 21.3 points and 7.5 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 76.9 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 34.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48 rebounds per game.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last 12 night games against teams that held a winning record.
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last 10 home games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last 10 games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six Wednesday games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Hornets have won three of their last four games as underdogs.
- The Grizzlies have lost two of their last three games as home favorites following a win.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the Grizzlies’ last six games.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in each of their last three home games following a win.
Memphis Grizzlies Player Facts
- Jaren Jackson Jr. is one of only four qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.5 threes and 1.5 blocks this season.
- Desmond Bane ranks 10th amongst qualified players for fast break points per game (4.1) this season.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- LaMelo Ball ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.3) this season.
- Miles Bridges ranks 4th amongst qualified Forwards for FT% (88.9%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Grizzlies rank 1st in the league for points per game this season (123.1).
- The Grizzlies rank 1st in the league for free throws made per game this season (18.9).
- The Hornets rank 30th in the league for field goal percentage this season (42.9%).
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in eight consecutive seasons – the longest active streak in the NBA
Grizzlies vs Hornets Injury Report
The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Marcus Smart, Vince Williams Jr., and Cam Spencer. Jake LaRavia is doubtful with a back injury.
The Charlotte Hornets don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
Grizzlies vs Hornets Prediction
The Memphis Grizzlies are going to be favored for obvious reasons, especially at home where they’re 16-5 SU. The Grizzlies are also 28-15 ATS on the season. With that said, the Hornets are as healthy as they’ve been all season, and it’s not a coincidence they’ve won four of their last five games. The Hornets have upset the Suns, Bulls, and Mavericks during this stretch. Still, with just 11 wins, these Hornets are the same Hornets from a month or so ago that were getting waxed nightly. Also, for what it’s worth, the Hornets have won the last two games against the Grizzlies. I’ll grab a great deal of points with the Hornets, as this line is disrespectful.