Memphis Grizzlies vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/23
The Memphis Grizzlies head to the Delta Center to take on the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 9:00 PM. The Grizzlies have a record of 13-15, and they are looking to bounce back from two straight losses. Their last game saw them fall 103-119 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team, led by Head Coach Tuomas Iisalo, will rely on players like Jaren Jackson Jr. and Cam Spencer to help secure a win.
On the other side, the Utah Jazz have a record of 10-18 and are aiming to end their three-game losing streak. Their latest defeat came against the Denver Nuggets, where they lost 112-135. Head Coach Will Hardy will be counting on top performers like Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George to lead the team on their home court. The game will be broadcast on KJZZ, and fans are eager to see how both teams perform early in the regular season.
Grizzlies vs Jazz Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Utah Jazz
- Venue: Delta Center
- Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Betting Odds: Grizzlies -2.5 (-110), Jazz +2.5 (-112), Over/Under 244
Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies have faced challenges recently with a couple of tough losses. They fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-103, with Cedric Coward leading the team with 16 points. Earlier, the Grizzlies lost to the Washington Wizards 130-122, despite Santi Aldama’s impressive 37-point performance.
The team has shown a decent offensive performance this season, scoring 114.3 points per game. However, they struggle with their shooting, ranking 26th in field goal percentage at 45.0%. On the defensive end, they have been effective at limiting free throws, allowing the fewest per game.
In terms of player contributions, Jaren Jackson Jr. leads with 18.0 points per game. Ja Morant is out with an ankle injury, which impacts their lineup. Other key players, like Santi Aldama and Cedric Coward, continue to contribute on both ends of the floor.
Utah Jazz Team Preview
The Utah Jazz have faced some tough games recently. They lost to the Denver Nuggets 135-112. In that game, Lauri Markkanen scored 27 points and grabbed 8 rebounds.
In another close game, the Jazz were edged out by the Orlando Magic 128-127. Keyonte George scored 27 points and had 9 assists. Kevin Love contributed with 16 points and 16 rebounds.
The Jazz are strong on offense, ranking 7th in points per game with 119.6. However, their defense has struggled, allowing 127.1 points per game, which is the most in the league. Injuries to key players like Walker Kessler and Georges Niang have also impacted their performance.
BTB Betting Pick
The Memphis Grizzlies are favored by 2.5 points against the Utah Jazz. Memphis allows fewer points per game compared to the Jazz, who rank last in points allowed. With the Grizzlies’ strong rebounding and better defensive stats, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Memphis 118, Utah 115.
The over/under line is set at 244 points. Both teams score well, but the Jazz’s defense allows the most points in the league. This game could see a high-scoring outcome. The projected total is 233 points, so taking the under 244 is recommended.