Washington Wizards vs Memphis Grizzlies: Grizzlies Favored to Extend Home Dominance

The Washington Wizards are set to face the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, November 8, 2024, at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. The Grizzlies, who are currently 5-4 on the season, are favored to win, given their recent form and historical dominance over the Wizards at home.

The Grizzlies come into this game on the back of a convincing 131-114 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, where Jaylen Wells, Ja Morant, and Jaren Jackson Jr. each scored 20 points. This win marked their second consecutive home victory and highlighted their strong offensive performance, shooting 51.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range.

In contrast, the Wizards are struggling with a 2-4 record, having lost their last game 125-112 to the Golden State Warriors. The Wizards have been plagued by defensive issues, allowing at least 118 points in every game this season. Jordan Poole has been a bright spot, averaging 18.8 points and 4.8 assists per game, but the team’s overall defensive woes continue to be a significant concern.

Historically, the Grizzlies have a strong edge over the Wizards, particularly at home. They have won seven of the last ten head-to-head meetings and each of their last six home games against Washington. The Grizzlies also hold a 31-24 advantage in the all-time regular season series between the two teams.

Betting predictions favor the Grizzlies, with a 70% chance of winning according to some models. The predicted final score is Grizzlies 117, Wizards 112. The over/under is set at 231.5 points, with many analysts predicting the game to go over this total due to the high-scoring nature of both teams.