The Memphis Grizzlies (7-4) welcome the Utah Jazz (6-6) to FedExForum as they try to lengthen their five-game home winning streak. The game is scheduled to get underway at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, November 12, 2018.
Utah Jazz vs. Memphis Grizzlies ATS Prediction
The Jazz come in on a high note after defeating the Boston Celtics in their last game, 123-115. The Jazz held the Celtics to an offensive rebounding percentage of 11.9 (below their season average of 21.7) and had a free throw rate of 0.312 (above their season average of 0.253). Rudy Gobert led the way for Utah, contributing 17 points and 15 rebounds.
In the Grizzlies’ last outing, they beat the Philadelphia 76ers, 112-106. Memphis’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over Philadelphia. The Grizzlies had a rate of 9.1 (better than their season average of 12.0), while the 76ers posted a mark of 20.0 (above their season average of 13.7). Mike Conley was the top scorer from either team with 32 points on 12-for-24 shooting from the field.
The Grizzlies have won both games against the Jazz this season, including a 10-point victory in their last matchup. The Grizzlies had a better free throw rate (0.280 vs. 0.182) and had a better turnover percentage (10.9 vs. 13.7). Marc Gasol put up a double-double in the victory with 17 points and 10 rebounds.
A number of players have played at a high level over the last five games for Utah. Averaging 12.4 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game, Derrick Favors has led the way. Jae Crowder (16.6 points and 5.2 rebounds) and Ricky Rubio (11.2 points, 8.6 assists and 2.2 steals) have also been outstanding.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the NBA’s slowest-paced teams battle. Memphis ranks 30th in possessions per game (98.0) and Utah is 22nd (101.5). Also, the upper-echelon offense of the Jazz ranks fourth in effective field goal percentage (0.539), while the Grizzlies are eighth-worst in the league at effective field goal percentage allowed (0.533).
Utah Jazz vs. Memphis Grizzlies Odds Pick
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Notes
Betting Notes:
When holding opponents under 100 points, Utah is 1-1 and Memphis is 4-1.
When reaching the century mark, the Grizzlies are 5-2 and the Jazz are 6-4.
Memphis ranks second in steals per game (10.1) while Utah ranks 22nd in steals allowed per game (8.3).
The Grizzlies rank first in points off turnovers per game (22.2) while the Jazz rank 21st in points off turnovers allowed per game (18.8).
Utah ranks third in assists allowed per game (22.0) while Memphis ranks 18th (24.2).
The Jazz rank 14th in second chance points per game (13.6) while the Grizzlies rank 28th (10.2).
Utah ranks 12th in three pointers attempted per game (32.5) while Memphis ranks 25th (27.4).
The Grizzlies rank third in points allowed in the paint per game (42.9) while the Jazz rank 11th (46.8).
Utah ranks 23rd in rebounds per game (42.7) while Memphis ranks 29th (38.0).
The Jazz rank third in blocks allowed per game (3.8) while the Grizzlies rank sixth (4.7).
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The Jazz have been outscored by an average of 3.0 points in their last five games. For the season, Utah has defeated opponents by an average of 1.7 points.
During their last five games, the Grizzlies have scored an average of 102.4 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 102.4 points per game (1.3 above their season average).
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