San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/25

At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-228) will host the San Antonio Spurs (+190) at FedExForum. Memphis is currently on a two-game win streak and is favored by 6 points over the Spurs. The over/under line for the game is set at 240.

This game will be a Southwest Division matchup, and it can be seen on FDSS. The Grizzlies are 33-16 and are 2nd in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 21-25 and sit 12th in the West.

SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6

This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Monday, February 3rd.

WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-123 in favor of the Grizzlies.
  • Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.
  • From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 18 threes.

Do the Spurs Stand a Chance in Memphis?

The Spurs fell to 21-25 on the season after a narrow 105-103 loss to the Heat on Saturday. San Antonio, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 208, falling short of the 223-point O/U line.

After a 33-33 tie in the 1st quarter, Miami went on an 11-0 run to take a 44-33 lead. San Antonio battled back, winning the 3rd quarter 26-25 and the 4th quarter 21-20, but couldn’t complete the comeback.

In their 105-103 loss to the Heat, the Spurs shot just 41.8% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Keldon Johnson led the way with 19 points, 11 of which came in the opening quarter.

Devin Vassell added 18 points, scoring 11 in the 3rd quarter. Harrison Barnes and Chris Paul each contributed 12 points, with Barnes shooting 57.1% and hitting 2 threes at a 50% clip.

The Spurs tightened up defensively as the game went on, allowing just 45 points in the 2nd half, including 20 in the 4th quarter, but it wasn’t enough in their 105-103 loss to the Heat. San Antonio held Miami to 13 made threes on 31% shooting from beyond the arc.

San Antonio sent the Heat to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Spurs grabbed 35 defensive rebounds but gave up 12 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks.

Does Memphis Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?

Memphis improved to 33-16 this season with a 132-119 win over the Bucks on Sunday. The Grizzlies were +4 point underdogs but not only covered the spread, they won outright. The total score of 251 points just went over the pre-game line of 248.5.

Memphis went on an 11-0 run to break a 35-35 tie, taking a 46-35 lead. However, the Bucks fought back, winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters. The Grizzlies entered the 4th quarter down 99-93 but dominated the final period, outscoring the Bucks 39-20 to seal the win.

Jaren Jackson Jr. knocked down 7 threes at a 53.8% clip, finishing with 37 points and 5 rebounds in the Grizzlies’ win over the Bucks. Memphis hit 14 threes as a team, shooting 35.9% from deep and 48.6% overall from the field.

Santi Aldama added 23 points and 8 rebounds, while Desmond Bane contributed 22 points and 9 boards, shooting 60% from the floor. Jackson scored 16 points in the 4th quarter, with Aldama adding 11 in the final period.

Even with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 41 points, the Grizzlies tightened up defensively in the 4th, giving up just 20 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 119 points on 48% shooting from the Bucks.

Memphis struggled to defend the three, as Milwaukee hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Grizzlies sent the Bucks to the line 19 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, Memphis recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks.