Grizzlies vs Clippers

NBA odds, picks, and predictions for the Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies on March 29. NBA betting best bet and free pick analysis.

Grizzlies [NBA picks and predictions](https://www.covers.com/picks/nba) for March 29. [NBA odds](https://www.covers.com/sport/basketball/nba/odds) opened with the Grizzlies as 4-point home favorites with the Over/Under at 233.5. The Grizzlies are ninth in the NBA in pace and that combined with their low turnover rate and strong work on the offensive glass has led to them averaging 116.7 ppg. That's bad news against a Grizzlies squad that ranks third in the NBA in defensive rating and allows the second-fewest points per game (108.8) at home. Those problems will be exacerbated by a Grizzlies team that ranks seventh in the league in opponent turnover rate and turns those mistakes into easy buckets on the other end of the floor. However, George was also on the floor for 38 of those 47 games. Since George suffered his latest setback last Tuesday, the Clips have gone 2-1 SU and ATS and alternated wins and losses over their previous six contests. They've played only one game outside of California since February 27 (at Portland on March 19) and nine of their last 10 games have been at home. [NBA betting trends](https://www.covers.com/sport/basketball/nba/matchup/trends/271165) for Clippers vs. That said, L.A. However, he seems on track to play and even if he doesn't, the Grizz are a dangerous team without him having won seven of the last eight games he's missed. sits fifth and with just three games separating the Clips from the 11th-place Mavericks, every game counts.

We go over some of the best betting options for Wednesday's matchup between the Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies.

With Morant playing, the Grizzlies will score a ton and the Clippers will have to keep up. The Grizzlies are 22-15-1 at home against the spread, which is one of the best marks in the NBA. This is also a revenge game for the Grizzlies as they lost the first matchup. The spread is now Grizzlies -2.5 and we’ll actually flip our pick to the Clippers for the ATS selection at +2.5. The Grizzlies are without Ziaire Williams and Steven Adams. The total is now 230, and we’ll take the under here.

The Clippers visit the Grizzlies as we continue our NBA odds series with a Clippers-Grizzlies prediction, pick, and how to watch.

Memphis ranks in the top 10 in both scoring and points allowed as they dominate the paint on both ends. While they are unlikely to catch the first-place Nuggets, Memphis should still be motivated to win tonight as they carry their momentum into the playoffs. While he didn’t play in last night’s win over the Magic, Morant has looked strong in limited action since returning. Additionally, the Clippers need to cut down on the turnovers are they rank in the bottom half of the league in turnover rate and they gave the ball away 17 times in their prior matchup with Memphis. The X-factor for the Clippers is guard Bones Hyland. The Clippers would be wise to rely on the three-ball tonight considering they rank fourth in three-point percentage and 10th in threes per game. The 22-year-old was a surprise deadline addition but played sparingly for the Clippers prior to Paul George’s injury. With no Paul George, the Clippers will need Kawhi Leonard to continue his incredible play of late. After dropping 34 on the Grizzlies earlier this month, look for Leonard to output another stellar outing tonight. [Los Angeles Clippers](/nba/los-angeles-clippers) (40-36) visit the [Memphis Grizzlies](/nba/memphis-grizzlies) (48-27) on Wednesday night! If the Clippers are going to cover as slight underdogs tonight they are going to need someone to step up on the offensive end. They now get the first of two consecutive road matchups with a red-hot Memphis team.

The Memphis Grizzlies continue to show they can succeed with or without star guard Ja Morant. Their winning streak is at seven games in advance of a ...

... Former Clipper Luke Kennard, obtained in a trade-deadline deal, started his 12th game of the season, but first game in a Memphis uniform. “The West from four through 12 or 13 is like a three-game gap, something like that? The win left the Clippers in fifth place in the Western Conference, one game ahead of idle Golden State. The Grizzlies had won seven in a row and 12 straight at home. Grizzlies: C Steven Adams missed his 30th game with a PCL sprain in his right knee. “It's going to be tight,” Covington said of the playoff spots. Throughout the game, coaches were yelling at officials, players were mouthing to each other and the physical play put everybody on edge. Clippers: In addition to George and Leonard, Marcus Morris Sr. Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 36 points and nine assists. “Just being composed,” Westbrook said about the difference down the stretch. “As a point guard, I was taught the last five or six minutes of the game were very important. Westbrook made five 3-pointers without a miss and had 10 assists.

5 THINGS TO KNOW. Last Matchup: 03/05/2023 | LAC 135 - MEM 129 | P.George: 42 PTS - D.Bane: 30 PTS; When the Clippers and Grizzlies met earlier this month ...

- Nicolas Batum scored 24 points against the Bulls, all on three-pointers as he went 8-for-10 from deep. - When the Clippers and Grizzlies met earlier this month in California, LA scored a 135-129 win, ending a four-game losing streak in the series. It would be the Clippers’ highest post-All-Star field-goal percentage since 1991-92 (50.7%).

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) Russell Westbrook had a season-high 36 points, Robert Covington also had a season best with 27 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat ...

... Former Clipper Luke Kennard, obtained in a trade-deadline deal, started his 12th game of the season, but first game in a Memphis uniform. “The West from four through 12 or 13 is like a three-game gap, something like that? The win left the Clippers in fifth place in the Western Conference, one game ahead of idle Golden State. The Grizzlies had won seven in a row and 12 straight at home. Grizzlies: C Steven Adams missed his 30th game with a PCL sprain in his right knee. “It's going to be tight,” Covington said of the playoff spots. Throughout the game, coaches were yelling at officials, players were mouthing to each other and the physical play put everybody on edge. Clippers: In addition to George and Leonard, Marcus Morris Sr. Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 36 points and nine assists. “Just being composed,” Westbrook said about the difference down the stretch. “As a point guard, I was taught the last five or six minutes of the game were very important. Westbrook made five 3-pointers without a miss and had 10 assists.