Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers odds, line, spread: 2023 NBA picks, Jan. 18 predictions from proven computer model
The Memphis Grizzlies will be looking to extend their 10-game winning streak when they face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night. Memphis has won its last two games in blowout fashion, racing past Phoenix in a 136-106 final on Monday. Cleveland has won two of its last three games, including a 113-103 victory against New Orleans earlier this week.
Tipoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Memphis is favored by 7.5 points in the latest Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 228. Before entering any Cavaliers vs. Grizzlies picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past four-plus seasons. The model enters Week 14 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 45-20 roll on all top-rated NBA picks this season, returning more than $2,200. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers. You can head to SportsLine to see its picks. Here are several NBA betting lines for Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers:
- Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers spread: Grizzlies -7.5
- Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers over/under: 228 points
- Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers money line: Memphis -320, Cleveland +250
- Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers picks: See picks here
Why the Grizzlies can cover
Memphis has a chance to match its franchise-record winning streak on Wednesday after extending its hot streak to 10 games with a blowout win against Phoenix on Monday. The Grizzlies are now just one game back of their franchise-record 11-game winning streak from last season, and they have the longest active streak in the NBA. They also tied their team record by scoring 130 points for the third game in a row.
Star guard Ja Morant poured in 29 points and dished out seven assists in the win over Phoenix, while Desmond Bane shot 10 of 12 and finished with 28 points. The Grizzlies became the first team since the 1985 Lakers to score at least 115 points in every game of a 10-game winning streak, becoming the fourth franchise to do so. They have covered the spread in seven of the 10 wins, and they have won four of the last five meetings between these teams.
Why the Cavaliers can cover
Cleveland has won two of its last three games, picking up a 10-point win against New Orleans on Monday. The Cavaliers trailed by seven points late in the third quarter before putting together a huge fourth quarter. Star guard Donovan Mitchell suffered a strained left groin with five minutes remaining in the third quarter, and he is questionable to play on Wednesday.
Guard Darius Garland stepped up with Mitchell sidelined, knocking down three of his five 3-pointers in the fourth quarter. He finished with a game-high 30 points and 11 assists, while grabbing six rebounds. Cleveland has covered the spread in six of its last nine games against Memphis.
How to make Cavaliers vs. Grizzlies picks
The model has simulated Grizzlies vs. Cavaliers 10,000 times and the results are in. We can tell you that the model is leaning Under, and it's also generated a point-spread pick that is hitting in over 60% of simulations. You can only see the pick at SportsLine.
