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The Memphis Grizzlies and the Golden State Warriors will meet on Sunday, May 1 in Memphis at FedExForum for game one in this Conference semifinal series where both sides will look to take an early lead over the other. The 2:30 PM CT, so place your bets now!
Head-to-head, how does Memphis measure up versus Golden historically?
The franchises have competed in five matchups this year and the Grizzlies have claimed victory three times against the Warriors. That said, the score was 123-95 in favor of the Grizzlies the most recent time they met up on March 28, 2022. In that game, the Grizzlies had a 50% and a 40% field goal percentage and three pointer percentage respectively. In contrast, the Warriors had a 46.15% field goal percentage and a 31.03% 3pt percentage. Regarding rebounds, the Grizzlies totaled 12, whereas the Warriors had 9. Concerning assists, the former had 26 and the latter earned 18.
Betting Preview for the Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies NBA Game on May 1 2022
Where:
FedExForum in Memphis
When:
Sunday, May 1, 2022
Betting on the Golden State Warriors
Regular Season Record:
53-29
The Golden State Warriors are now recharged after their final regular season game where they outplayed the Denver Nuggets 102-98, due to a steady contributions from Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Curry generated 30 points (45.45 FG%, five 3-pointers) and Klay Thompson had 15 points. Check out our analysis further down to learn how this performance has cast their odds for the first instalment in this best-of-seven semifinal series.
Absences and Injuries
The Warriors are without Andre Iguodala (Neck).
Betting on the Memphis Grizzlies
Regular Season Record:
56-26
The Memphis Grizzlies go into this Conference semifinal series coming off a game where they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves due to a reliable contributions from Brandon Clarke and JA Morant. Clarke yielded 17 points and 11 rebounds, whereas JA Morant had 17 points and 11 assists. Make sure you review our odds assessment for the first game in this best-of-seven series below and consider how the squad’s recent performance could have an impact.
Absences and Injuries
The Grizzlies are missing Killian Tillie (Knee), including Steven Adams, as a result of Covid. Steven Adams (Health Protocols), Santi Aldama (Knee), and Ziaire Williams (Knee) are questionable.
Warriors vs Grizzlies | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick:
Memphis Grizzlies (+102) at FanDuel
In this opening game of the Conference semifinals, the Golden State Warriors are considered to be the favorite by many. To provide further context, the team had a win percentage of 64.63% in the regular season. Comparatively, the Memphis Grizzlies’ win percentage was 68.29%.
Over/Under Pick:
Under 227 Total Points (-110) at Pointsbet
The Memphis Grizzlies recorded 115.61 points per game during the regular season. Alternatively, the Golden State Warriors recorded 111.0 points.
Spread Pick:
Golden State Warriors -1.5 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Golden State Warriors will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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