Lakers vs. Grizzlies Preview: Odds, Predictions, Key Matchups, and Betting Insights

 **Lakers vs. Grizzlies Preview: Odds, Predictions, Lineups, and Betting Insights**

The Los Angeles Lakers enter this matchup at 6-4 after two consecutive wins. The Lakers fell to Memphis earlier this season, losing 131-114, but notably, Anthony Davis was sidelined. Davis, who’s leading the NBA with 31.2 points per game and is 13th in rebounds (10.4 per game), is probable for tonight’s game.

The Memphis Grizzlies are 7-4 despite significant injuries to key players. They’ll be without Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Marcus Smart for this matchup. However, Memphis has been on a roll, winning five of their last six games, with three of those wins coming in double digits. Their only recent loss was a close two-point game against the Nets (106-104).

In this preview, we’ll break down key details of the matchup, including projected lineups, team performance trends, player stats, and our best picks and betting advice.

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**Game Details & How to Watch Lakers vs. Grizzlies**

- **Date:** Wednesday, November 13, 2024

- **Time:** 10:00 PM ET

- **Location:** Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California

- **TV/Streaming:** ESPN

**Current Game Odds (as of Wednesday afternoon)**

- **Moneyline:** Los Angeles Lakers (-275), Memphis Grizzlies (+225)

- **Spread:** Los Angeles -7

- **Total:** 232.0

**Projected Starting Lineups**

- **Memphis Grizzlies (7-4)**

  - PG: Scotty Pippen Jr. (Ja Morant out)

  - SG: Luke Kennard (Marcus Smart out)

  - SF: Jaylen Wells (Desmond Bane out)

  - PF: Jaren Jackson Jr.

  - C: Zach Edey

- **Los Angeles Lakers (6-4)**

  - PG: Austin Reaves

  - SG: Cam Reddish

  - SF: Rui Hachimura

  - PF: LeBron James

  - C: Anthony Davis

**Key Betting Trends and Insights**

- The Lakers are 6-4 ATS and undefeated ATS (4-0) as a home favorite.

- The Grizzlies are 6-5 ATS overall, with a 1-1 ATS record as a road underdog.

- Memphis has gone Over in seven of 11 games this season, while the Lakers are 5-5 on totals.

- **Recent Player Performances:**

  - LeBron James recorded a triple-double in his last game with 19 points, 16 assists, and 10 rebounds.

  - Anthony Davis had a modest game with 22 points and 4 rebounds in his last outing.

  - Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 24.2 points and 6 rebounds over his last five games.

**Notable Player Props for Lakers vs. Grizzlies**

- **Points Props:** Anthony Davis (O/U 28.5), Jaren Jackson Jr. (O/U 23.5), LeBron James (O/U 23.5)

- **Rebounds Props:** Anthony Davis (O/U 12.5), LeBron James (O/U 7.5)

- **Assists Props:** LeBron James (O/U 8.5), Scotty Pippen Jr. (O/U 6.5)

**Expert Picks & Predictions**

Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) suggests the Lakers to exceed their first-half team total of 58.5 points, citing Memphis’ recent defensive stats against weaker offenses like Portland and Washington.

- **Moneyline:** NBC Sports sees potential value in Memphis ML (+225)

- **Spread:** Low confidence in Memphis +7

- **Total:** Low confidence in the UNDER 232.0

**Championship Odds Movements (BetMGM Insights)**

- **Favorites:** Celtics (+125) in the East and Thunder (+275) in the West

- **Biggest Liability:** Lakers and Celtics

For more detailed NBA picks and expert analysis, check out NBC Sports’ Expert NBA Predictions page.