Celtics vs Grizzlies Prediction

Memphis Grizzlies (2-9) vs Boston Celtics (10-2)

Game Info: Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 8:00 pm (FedExForum)

Betting Odds: Memphis Grizzlies +7 -- Over/Under:

The Boston Celtics and Memphis Grizzlies meet Sunday in NBA action at the FedExForum. Let’s preview this game and give out a pick and prediction.

Boston Celtics Betting Preview

The Boston Celtics look to build on their 5-game winning streak. The Boston Celtics beat the Raptors o the road on Friday. The Boston Celtics are averaging 118.4 points on 47.5 percent shooting and allowing 105.9 points on 43.9 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27.5 points and 8.7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.9 points and 5 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 3.7 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 80.8 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 34.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.6 rebounds per game.

Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies need a win after losing 6 of their last 9 games. The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Spurs by 12 points last night. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 108.5 points on 42.9 percent shooting and allowing 115.9 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Desmond Bane is averaging 25.5 points and 4.5 rebounds, while Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 19.4 points and 2.3 assists. Marcus Smart is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 4.6 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 33.7 percent from beyond the arc and 76 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 42.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42 rebounds per game.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Grizzlies rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (41.7%).
• The Grizzlies rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (15.8).
• The Celtics rank 1st in the league for point differential per game this season (+12.5).
• The Celtics rank 1st in the league for rebounds per game this season (47.6).

Randy’s Pick

I don't want to lay this much chalk with the Boston Celtics on the road, but the Grizzlies continue to be a mess. Yes, they beat the Spurs last night, but they're banged up and now on the end of a back to back. These are the spots where banged up teams struggle the most. With an injury list longer than DMX's arrest record, it's hard to back the Grizzlies here. I'll lay the chalk with the Celtics on the road if forced to pick.

The pick in this article is the opinion of the writer, not a PickDawgz site consensus.