Denver Nuggets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

The Memphis Grizzlies (-130) will host the Denver Nuggets (+110) in a Western Conference matchup. Memphis is currently favored by 2 points and the over/under line is set at 227.5.

This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and will tip-off at 6:00 ET. The Grizzlies (7-6) are currently on a two-game losing streak and sit 8th in the Western Conference. The Nuggets (7-4) are 6th in the West and 2nd in the Northwest Division.

DENVER NUGGETS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2

This game will be played at FedExForum at 6:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.

WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 146-107 in favor of the Grizzlies.
  • Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with Jaren Jackson Jr. points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.
  • From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 18 threes.

Can Denver Secure a Road Victory?

Denver’s season record dropped to 7-4 after a 101-94 road loss to the Pelicans on Friday. The Nuggets, who were favored by 2 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 195 points fell well short of the 217.5-point over/under line.

A key moment in the game came when the Pelicans went on a 12-0 run, turning an 18-13 deficit into a 25-18 lead. Denver tried to battle back, winning the 2nd quarter 32-27, but they couldn’t close the gap, as the Pelicans edged them out 23-22 in the 4th quarter.

In their 101-94 loss to the Pelicans, the Nuggets shot just 42.5% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 27% of their threes, with 10 makes. Michael Porter Jr. led the way with 24 points and 6 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes at a 57.1% rate.

Peyton Watson added 18 points, while Jamal Murray contributed 16 points and 8 assists, scoring 9 points in the 4th quarter. Porter did most of his damage in the 2nd quarter, scoring 14 of his 24 points in that period.

Despite a strong defensive effort, the Nuggets couldn’t overcome a tough 1st quarter, where they allowed 32 points, leading to a 101-94 loss to the Pelicans. Denver tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 19 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.

The Nuggets held the Pelicans to 42% shooting, including 31% from three, with New Orleans making 11 threes. Denver also recorded 10 steals in the game.

Will the Grizzlies Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?

Memphis dropped to 7-6 on the season after a 123-118 loss to the Warriors on Friday. The Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to cover the spread with the five-point loss. The total score of 241 points exceeded the O/U line of 236.5.

Memphis fell behind after being outscored 26-20 in the 2nd quarter and 38-30 in the 3rd. They made a push in the 4th, outscoring the Warriors 40-30, including a 10-0 run that cut the score from 117-98 to 127-98, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.

In their 123-118 loss to the Warriors, the Grizzlies struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at a 16.7% clip. Overall, they shot 40.8% from the field.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led Memphis with 32 points, scoring 11 in the 4th quarter. Desmond Bane added 8 of his 18 points in the final period, while Jaylen Wells contributed 10 of his 16 points in the 4th.

Defensively, the Grizzlies had a solid 2nd quarter but struggled in the 3rd, giving up 38 points in a 123-118 loss to the Warriors. Memphis allowed Golden State to shoot 43% from the field.

The Grizzlies had trouble defending the three, as the Warriors hit 19 threes at a 41% clip. Memphis sent Golden State to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Grizzlies recorded 8 steals and 11 blocks.