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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Lakers (40-32) make the 2nd stop on a 6-game road trip against the Memphis Grizzlies (24-48) Wednesday. Tip-off at FedEx Forum is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1; Grizzlies won 127-113 in L.A. as 4-point underdogs in the most recent meeting (Jan. 5) as the Over (225.5) cashed

The Lakers outlasted the Milwaukee Bucks in double overtime Tuesday night at Fiserv Forum, erasing a 19-point deficit with 8:25 remaining in regulation. C Anthony Davis played a career-high 52 out of a possible 58 minutes in the win, ending with 34 points, 23 rebounds and 4 blocked shots to make up for the absence of F LeBron James (ankle). LeBron is considered probable for Wednesday’s contest.

The Grizzlies were pounded 128-103 in Denver Monday night, wrapping up a 4-game road trip with a 1-3 straight up (SU) record while covering at a 2-2 against-the-spread (ATS) clip. The Over went 3-1 on the trip, and it has covered in 5 of the past 6 outings.

Lakers at Grizzlies odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers -168 (bet $168 to win $100) | Grizzlies +142 (bet $100 to win $142)
Against the spread: Lakers -4 (-108) | Grizzlies +4 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 221 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Lakers at Grizzlies key injuries

Lakers

(Not yet submitted — below was for Tuesday’s game)

F LeBron James (ankle) out

Grizzlies

G Luke Kennard (personal) out
G Ja Morant (shoulder) out
G Marcus Smart (finger) out
F Vince Williams Jr. (knee) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Lakers at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 121, Grizzlies 109

Moneyline

The LAKERS (-168) aren’t priced out of line yet, but if this gets above -180, then take a pass.

While Los Angeles gets LeBron back into the lineup after Tuesday’s epic 2OT game, the fact is the Lakers still played a tough, emotional game on the road, then had to travel. Even against a bad Grizzlies (+142) side which is rather banged up, it’s a tough turnaround, so be careful.

Against the spread

The LAKERS -4 (-108) are a strong play laying the 2 buckets. Even in the 2nd end of a back-to-back, after going to 2OT in Cream City, Los Angeles should have enough in the tank in the early stages of this road trip to get the job done against the Grizzlies +4 (-112).

Memphis has lost 5 of the past 6 games, and it is just 4-5 ATS in the past 9 outings, while going 2-5 ATS in the previous 7 outings at home.

Over/Under

OVER 221 (-112) is a solid play. The Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games for the Grizzlies, with Memphis surrendering at least 118 points in 4 of the past 5 outings.

Los Angeles is averaging a gaudy 139 PPG in the past 2 outings while going for 120 or more points in 4 of the past 5 games and 7 of the previous 9 outings. The Over is on a 9-3 run in the previous 12 contests for the Lake Show.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 5 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies play Game 5 of their Western Conference 1st-round series Wednesday at FedExForum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers lead the series 3-1 and are also 3-1 against the spread (ATS).

The Lakers covered the spread as 4.5-point home favorites in Game 4 with a 117-111 overtime win vs. the Grizzlies. F LeBron James had the 1st 20-20 game of his career with 22 points and 20 rebounds, making a contested layup with 0.1 seconds remaining in regulation to force overtime.

The Grizzlies were trailing by just 4 points in the final seconds of overtime before F Dillon Brooks committed a foul and sent Lakers G Austin Reaves to the free-throw line with 0.1 seconds remaining. G Desmond Bane led the Grizzlies with 36 points.

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Lakers at Grizzlies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Grizzlies -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +4.5 (-115) | Grizzlies -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Lakers at Grizzlies key injuries

Lakers

C Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable
G Dennis Schröder (Achilles) probable

Grizzlies

C Steven Adams (knee) out
F Brandon Clarke (Achilles) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 114, Lakers 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Lakers should struggle to beat the Grizzlies (-185) 3 straight times, but there is no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when Memphis should win by margin. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET GRIZZLIES -4.5 (-105).

The Grizzlies would’ve covered in Game 3 if Brooks didn’t commit an unnecessary foul at the end of the game. Memphis is a much better team when playing at FedExForum and is 8th in offensive efficiency at home vs. 24th when on the road.

The Lakers are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games in Memphis and should struggle to keep it close vs. a desperate Grizzlies team on the brink of elimination.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 222.5 (-105).

The Under would’ve hit in Game 3 if James didn’t make a contested layup to force overtime.

The Under is 10-3 in the Grizzlies’ last 13 games vs. teams with a winning record and 10-1-1 in the last 12 meetings between these teams in Memphis. Look for the Grizzlies’ defense to tighten up in Game 4 after blowing a 4th-quarter lead last time out.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 2 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers face off against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday for Game 2 of their 1st-round playoff series. Tip from FedExForum is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Los Angeles leads the series 1-0. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers covered as 5-point road underdogs with a 128-112 victory in Game 1 Sunday. F Anthony Davis (22 points, 12 rebounds) and F LeBron James (21 points, 11 rebounds) each had double-doubles but it was F Rui Hachimura (29 points) and G Austin Reaves (23 points) who led the team in scoring. Los Angeles will look to capitalize again on bench production again as it tries to steal back-to-back road games to start the series.

Memphis was led by a 31-point showing from F Jaren Jackson Jr. followed by 22 points from G Desmond Bane and 18 from G Ja Morant before he left with a hand injury. Moving forward, it is the health of Morant which could most impact the remainder of this series for the Grizzlies.

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Lakers at Grizzlies Game 2 odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Grizzlies -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -1.5 (+100) | Grizzlies +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lakers at Grizzlies Game 2 key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable
G Dennis Schroder (achilles) probable

Grizzlies

G Ja Morant (hand) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Grizzlies Game 2 picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 119, Grizzlies 115

Moneyline

PASS.

The spread presents a more profitable play on the Lakers compared to the moneyline.

Against the spread

LEAN LAKERS -1.5 (+100).

While the Lakers may not get as much production out of Reaves and Hachimura as they did in Game 1, their bench runs deep and they are expected to be fully healthy, something that will most likely impact the Grizzlies even if Morant decides to suit up.

The Grizzlies have been on a skid against the spread recently as well. They are just 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games and 0-4 ATS in their last 4 Wednesday games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 226.5 (-110).

The first game in the series went Over the 228 closing line by 12 points.

The Lakers have been hot on offense recently. They’ve scored 108 points or more in 19 straight games and have cashed the Over in 9 of their last 10 outings. The Over is 6-0 in their last 6 road games and 7-0 in their last 7 games following an outright victory.

The Over is 3-1 in the Grizzlies’ last 4 games and they’ve scored at least 100 points in each of their last 21 games.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies Game 1 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The 7th-seeded Los Angeles Lakers take on the 2-seed Memphis Grizzlies Sunday in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. Tip from FedExForum is set for 3 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Lakers took down the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-102 in overtime during the play-in tournament Tuesday. The books love the Lakers as they have them tied with Memphis at +1600 to win the NBA Championship. The Lakers are even shorter odds to come out of the West at +600 with Memphis +700.

Memphis went through some turmoil with G Ja Morant‘s suspension, but it didn’t miss a beat. The Grizzlies were 11-8 without Morant this season; they’re a deep team that can beat you from the perimeter and from the paint. G Desmond Bane took a huge step forward this year, averaging career-highs of 21.5 points, 5.0 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game.

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Lakers at Grizzlies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at noon ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lakers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Grizzlies -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +4.5 (-115) | Grizzlies -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Lakers at Grizzlies key injuries

Lakers

F Anthony Davis (foot) probable
F LeBron James (foot) probable
G Dennis Schroder (Achilles’) probable

Grizzlies

C Steven Adams (knee) out
F Brandon Clarke (Achilles’) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Lakers at Grizzlies picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 115, Lakers 111

Moneyline

The Lakers have won 2 of the last 3 meetings, and I like them to take 1 of these games in Memphis. The sharps are on Memphis, though, as 51% of the tickets are on the Lakers but 67% of the cash is on Memphis. That has steamed the Grizzlies up 10 cents Sunday morning.

I’ll take the GRIZZLIES (-165) IN REGULAR TIME.

Against the spread

Seven of the last 8 games between these teams have been decided by at least 5 points. A cause for concern, though, is Memphis was dead last in the league with a 73.3% free-throw percentage. I’m going to shy away from the spread and look to the total instead.

PASS.

One particular prop I do like is LEBRON JAMES OVER 8.5 REBOUNDS (-115). He had 10 boards in the play-in game and 9 the only time he faced Memphis this year.

Over/Under

The Under is 9-1-2 in the last 12 meetings in Memphis and 14-3-1 in the last 18 meetings overall. These teams will feel each other out early on, which should provide enough padding for the UNDER 228.5 (-115) to cash.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (17-18) hook up with the Memphis Grizzlies (21-14) Wednesday for an 8 p.m. ET game at the FedExForum. Below, we look at the Lakers vs. Grizzlies odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

L.A. snapped its five-game losing skid last night (Tuesday) by beating the Houston Rockets 132-123 as 6-point road favorites.

Over the past two weeks, the Lakers are 2-5 straight-up (SU), 2-5 ATS and 4-3 O/U with the 25th-ranked adjusted net rating at minus-9.0 points per 100 possessions (CTG).

Memphis has won back-to-back road games at the Sacramento Kings 127-102 Sunday and at the Phoenix Suns 114-113 Monday.

In the last 14 days, the Grizzlies are 4-3 SU, 4-3 ATS and 4-3 O/U with the eighth-best adjusted net rating at plus-5.3 points per 100 possessions (CTG).

These teams are tied 1-1 in their regular-season series heading into the rubber match but the Grizzlies covered both meetings.

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Lakers at Grizzlies odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:50 p.m. ET.

Money line: Lakers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Grizzlies -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers +5.5 (-108) | Grizzlies -5.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Lakers at Grizzlies key injuries

Lakers

PF Anthony Davis (knee) out

Grizzlies

SG Dillon Brooks (health and safety protocols) out
SG De’Anthony Melton (health and safety protocols) out
SG John Konchar (health and safety protocols) out

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Lakers at Grizzlies odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 120, Lakers 109

Money line

PASS because I’m confident enough in Memphis that I’ll just lay the points instead of pay the extra vigorish with the Grizzlies (-240).

Against the spread

GIMME 1.25 units on the GRIZZLIES -5.5 (-112) for a bevy of reasons. First of all, Memphis performs well vs. teams playing the second of a back-to-back.

For instance, the Grizzlies are 5-3 SU vs. teams on zero days rest with the sixth-best adjusted net rating at plus-12.1 points per 100 possessions and the fifth-best ATS margin at plus-5.9 (CTG).

Also, there are a couple of strength-on-weakness edges in Memphis’s favor such as in the ball security and rebounding departments.

In fact, the Grizzlies score the fifth-most points off turnovers per game while the Lakers allow the fifth-most points off of turnovers per game.

Furthermore, Memphis scores the most second-chance points per game whereas L.A. is 21st in second-chance points allowed per game.

Lastly, there’s been a sharp line move in Memphis’s direction since the Grizzlies opened as 5-point favorites but have been steamed up to the current number.

The bottom line is the GRIZZLIES -5.5 (-112) have a variety of ways to beat teams whereas the Lakers +5.5 (-108) really only have LeBron James getting empty stats.

Over/Under

Slight “LEAN” to the OVER 225.5 (-115) for a tiny wager, if at all, because both teams get out in transition, and the Over has been hit by sharp money hence the total being increased from the 226-point opener.

In addition, the Over has cashed in three straight Memphis games, L.A. has gone Over the total in four of the past five games, and the Over is 2-1 in the last three Lakers-Grizzlies games.

That said, a vast majority of the market is betting the Over for this game as well, and I hate following a crowd of people in sports betting.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Lakers (13-12) travel to FedExForum Thursday to take on the Memphis Grizzlies (14-11). Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Lakers at Grizzlies odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Coming off arguably their best performance of the season, the Lakers and their Big 3 will kick off a short two-game road trip having won three of their last four.

Led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers have been the worst team in the NBA against the spread. At just 9-16 ATS, it’s not been profitable to bet on Los Angeles.

So far this season, Memphis has been far better, 15-10 ATS. With that in mind, the Grizzlies will be without star Ja Morant which means fans should be treated with more F Jaren Jackson Jr. and G Desmond Bane.

The Grizzlies sit 4th in the West with Los Angeles currently sixth.

Lakers at Grizzlies odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:33 p.m. ET.

Money line: Lakers -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Grizzlies +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -3.5 (-115) | Grizzlies +3.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lakers at Grizzlies key injuries

Lakers

F LeBron James (abdomen) probable
F Anthony Davis (thumb) probable

Grizzlies

PG Ja Morant (knee) out
PF Brandon Clarke (knee) out
SF Kyle Anderson (back) out

Lakers at Grizzlies odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Lakers 108, Grizzlies 104

Money line

PASS on the money line with a slight lean to the Lakers at -170. Given the difference in the odds to just take the points, I’d rather play that for some value.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the LAKERS -3.5 (-115) as the better side of the spread. Against a good Boston team, the Lakers figured it out as the Big 3 had their best collective performance of the season.

Now, against a team without their star, they should be able to come out of the gate hot. Los Angeles has both a top ten defensive and offensive rating over their last three games.

With their Big 3 at full strength, the Lakers’ star power should be the difference here.

Also, while Memphis has been great ATS, they’re just 1-2 as home underdogs, and without Morant, I’m not ready to back the Grizzlies against a Lakers team that could have the best three players on the court.

Over/Under

BET on the UNDER 223.5 (-110) as both teams have been playing much better on the defensive end. Over their last three, the Grizzlies rank second in the league in defensive rating.

Also, while the Lakers may play at the second-fastest pace in the NBA, they rank in the bottom third of the league in offensive rating. They also don’t rebound on the offensive glass at a high rate like Memphis.

Memphis has scored less than 100 points in three of its last five. While the Lakers are hot right now offensively, regression is due, and that could happen as they’re finally not being backed by the Staples Center crowd.

After jolting up following a 221 open, fans betting the Under should feel confident in there number here.

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Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Lakers at Memphis Grizzlies NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Los Angeles Lakers (5-2) and Memphis Grizzlies (2-4) are set to play Tuesday night for their second head-to-head game in a row. Tip-off is at 8:05 p.m. ET at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tenn. Below, we analyze the Lakers-Grizzlies NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Lakers at Grizzlies: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 9:20 a.m. ET.

Money line: Lakers -455 (bet $455 to win $100) | Grizzlies +333 (bet $100 to win $333)
Against the spread/ATS: Lakers -8.5 (-120) | Grizzlies +8.5 (+100)
Over/Under: 217.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Lakers at Grizzlies: Key Injuries

Lakers

G Alex Caruso (health and safety protocols) out
F Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) questionable
F LeBron James (ankle) questionable

Grizzlies

F Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
G John Konchar (ankle) out
PG Ja Morant (ankle) out
PF Jontay Porter (knee) out
C Killian Tillie (hamstring) out
PG Justise Winslow (hip) out

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Lakers at Grizzlies: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Lakers 110, Grizzlies 91

Money line (ML)

The Grizzlies are without their best players Tuesday. While the Lakers could be without James, the talent level is uneven. Memphis has won only one game at home and the Lakers have won three in a row overall, including a 108-94 win two nights ago over the Grizzlies.

Take the LAKERS -455.

Against the spread (ATS)

The Lakers have been favored by at least 9.5 points twice this season. They won and covered the spread in both those games. Memphis has lost and failed to cover both games this season in which it has been at least a 7-point underdog. Without Morant or Jackson, it will be another rough night.

Take the LAKERS -8.5 (-120).

Over/Under (O/U)

The Lakers’ last five games have gone Under. Four of the last five for Memphis have as well, including when the two teams played Sunday. Memphis will be held under 100 points for the second game in a row.

Take UNDER 217.5 POINTS (-105).

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