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Heading into this early season contest, the Memphis Grizzlies (13-9) will hit the court against the Miami Hurricanes (11-12) in Memphis on Monday, December 5 at FedExForum. Still in the early part of the season, both of these teams will of course be searching for a win in this game as they look to set the tone for the rest of the year. These two will tipoff at 7:00 PM CT, so be sure to make your picks and catch the excitment live!
For context on Monday’s early-season showdown, how have the Grizzlies and the Hurricanes performed against each other in the past?
So far this season, these squads haven’t competed yet and the Grizzlies are prepping to go ham in their first confrontation with the Heat. In their most recent meeting on October 7, 2022, the score was 108-111 in favor of the Heat. In that game, the Grizzlies had a 51.58% field goal percentage and a 30.3% three pointer percentage, whereas the Hurricanes had a 50.6% field goal percentage and shot 34.62% from the perimenter. Elsewhere on the stat sheet, Memphis came away with 50 rebounds and 24 assists while Miami wound up with 39 boards and 29 assists.
Betting Preview for the Miami Hurricanes vs Memphis Grizzlies NBA Game on December 5 2022
Where: FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee
When: Monday, December 5, 2022
Betting on the Miami Hurricanes
Record: 11-12 | Southeast Division Standing: 2
The Miami Hurricanes have won five out of their last 10 games and are presently in 9th place in the conference. In their previous game they were beaten by the Orlando Magic, 113-107, in spite of the contributions of Bam Adebayo and Goran Dragic. Furthermore, Adebayo put up 25 points (68.75 FG%) and 11 rebounds and Goran Dragic had 20 points (61.54 FG%). Check out our analysis further down to learn how this performance has cast their odds for the upcoming game against Memphis on Monday.
Absences and Injuries
As far as inactive players go, the Hurricanes are without Victor Oladipo (Knee) and Omer Yurtseven (Ankle).
Betting on the Memphis Grizzlies
Record: 13-9 | Southwest Division Standing: 2
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the San Antonio Spurs in their most recent game on Wednesday, 119-131, in spite of the solid showing from JA Morant. Morant came up with 44 points (66.67 FG%), whereas Jonas Valanciunas chipped in 15 points (54.55 FG%) and 13 rebounds. The Grizzlies are currently in 4th place in the conference. Make sure you read our evaluation of the odds for Monday’s matchup below and consider how the squad’s recent performance could influence their meeting versus Miami.
Absences and Injuries
In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies will play without Desmond Bane (Toe), Danny Green (Knee), and Ziaire Williams (Knee). Jake LaRavia (Foot) and Steven Adams (Hip) are listed as questionable.
Heat vs Grizzlies | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Miami Hurricanes (+120) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies are considered the favorite by many basketball fans and oddsmakers. The team has a winning percentage of 50% in the last 10 games (five wins and five losses) while the Miami Hurricanes have gotten 50% in the last 10 games (a record of five wins and five losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 226.5 Total Points (-110) at FanDuel
It is predicted that the total score for the game will be under 226.5.
The Memphis Grizzlies have logged an average of 113.0 points a game in the 10 games since November 12. On the other hand, the Miami Hurricanes have registered 102.4 points per outing over their most recent 10 games, although their average per game while playing away has been lower at 101.0.
Spread Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2.5 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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