Los Angeles Clippers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Free Prediction 02/22/19

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The Los Angeles Clippers (32-27), 2-point favorites, will travel to FedExForum to square off against the Memphis Grizzlies (23-36). The game’s Over/Under (O/U) opened at 214 points and it can be seen on Fox Sports – Southeast at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, February 22, 2019.

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Betting Odds

The Clippers dismantled the Phoenix Suns in their last game, 134-107, easily covering as 7.5-point favorites. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, were topped by the Chicago Bulls, 122-110, and failed to cover as 1.5-point underdogs. Both games finished over their projected point totals. The Los Angeles game went 8.5 points over the projected point total of 232.5, while the Memphis game went 24.5 points over the projected point total of 207.5.

Los Angeles played a perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.2 (better than their season average of 12.3) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.661 (above their season average of 0.525). For those same stats, Phoenix had marks of 14.2 and 0.512, respectively. Memphis, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (7.7 vs. 13.9). Memphis was lifted by Jonas Valanciunas, who recorded 12 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Lou Williams, meanwhile led the way for Los Angeles, finishing with 30 points and 10 assists.

The Grizzlies had the upper hand in the most recent game, a 96-86 win, to even the season series at one. Boban Marjanovic was a top player in the game with 19 points and eight rebounds. The Grizzlies’ 13.6 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Clippers, who had a rate of 16.8. The two teams combined for 182 points, which was well under the projected point total of 209.5, and Memphis covered as a 2-point favorite.

Of the Clippers’ 59 games, 31 have finished over the total. Los Angeles comes into the game with records of 32-27 straight up (SU) and 32-27 against the spread (ATS).

Of the Grizzlies’ 59 games, 36 have finished under the total. Additionally, Memphis is 23-36 SU and 26-32-1 ATS.

The physical Los Angeles offense might be getting to the free throw line a lot in this battle. The Clippers rank first in the league with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.259, while Memphis ranks 28th in FTA rate allowed (0.233).

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Free Pick

NBA Pick: SU Winner – Grizzlies, ATS Winner – Grizzlies, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • The Clippers rank fifth in three pointers allowed per game (29.4) while the Grizzlies rank 11th (31.2).
  • Memphis averages 5.7 blocks per game, which ranks fifth in the NBA. Los Angeles ranks 28th in blocks allowed per game (6.0).
  • The Grizzlies rank eighth in points off turnovers per game (17.8) while the Clippers rank 27th (14.8).
  • Memphis ranks fifth in second chance points allowed per game (11.6) while Los Angeles ranks 23rd (14.2).
  • Los Angeles ranks 15th in fast break points per game (12.8) while Memphis ranks 26th in fast break points allowed per game (15.0).
  • The Grizzlies rank second in points allowed in the paint per game (41.6) while the Clippers rank 25th (50.9).
  • The Clippers rank 17th in rebounds per game (45.1) while the Grizzlies rank 29th (40.4).
  • Memphis ranks fourth in assists allowed per game (23.0) while Los Angeles ranks 10th (23.9).
  • Memphis ranks seventh in steals per game (8.5) while Los Angeles ranks 29th (6.5).
  • When holding opponents below 100 points, Los Angeles is 6-1 and Memphis is 13-6.
  • In games where they reach 100 points, the Clippers are 32-19 and the Grizzlies are 14-13.
  • Memphis is 15-14 ATS at home, while Los Angeles is 17-14 ATS on the road.
  • The Clippers have 17 unders and 14 overs in 31 road games.
  • In 29 home games, the Grizzlies have 16 unders, 12 overs and 1 push.

Bettings Trends:

  • In their last five games, Los Angeles and Memphis are both 3-2 ATS.
  • The Clippers have 4 overs and 1 under over their last five games, while the Grizzlies have 3 overs and 2 unders
  • During their last five games, the Clippers have scored an average of 117.2 points per game (2.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 116.0 points per game (2.2 above their season average).
  • The Grizzlies’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.8, up from 3.2 for the season.