The Memphis Grizzlies are experiencing improved health and must feel optimistic about their recent split in four games against formidable opponents.
As the Grizzlies prepare to face the ailing San Antonio Spurs, my forecasts emphasise that the shooting patterns of both teams are likely to favour the visitors.
Let us examine my most recent NBA selections for Wednesday, January 15.
Prediction for Grizzlies versus Spurs
My optimal wager: Grizzlies -2.5 (-115 at bet365)
My assessment
Two teams exhibit contrasting styles of basketball; the San Antonio Spurs have recently thrived on their defensive prowess, whereas the Memphis Grizzlies have adopted a more offensive strategy.
This month, Memphis has focused on mid-range shots, leading the NBA in attempts from that area, whilst San Antonio has permitted more shots to be taken at the basket and has been significantly more effective at restricting outside attempts.
Despite the Spurs’ Top-10 defensive efficiency this month, this may be somewhat misleading given their recent performance, which features three defeats in their last four games.
This month, Memphis has excelled in nearly every shooting area and has performed admirably defensively within the arc. San Antonio has become ineffective from outside the arc and has not performed adequately from any position on the court to instill faith in a reversal this evening.
Given that the Grizzlies are healthy and beginning to assert their dominance on the boards, I am confident in Memphis covering this narrow spread.
