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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Celtics (-249) will host the Rockets (+207) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is 222 points.</p>

<p>Currently, the Celtics are favored by 6.5 points. Boston is 32-14 and 2nd in the Eastern Conference, while Houston is 30-14 and 2nd in the Western Conference. The Rockets have won two straight games.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-118 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Houston Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 30-14 on the season with a 135-131 road win over the Cavaliers on Saturday. Houston, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total of 266 points exceeded the O/U line of 230 by 36 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 68-54 at halftime and extending their lead to 101-84 by the end of the 3rd quarter. However, the Cavaliers made a late push, outscoring the Rockets 47-34 in the 4th quarter, but Houston held on for the win.</p><p>In their 135-131 win over the Cavaliers, the Rockets shot 54.9% from the field and hit 46.4% of their threes, making 13 from beyond the arc. Alperen Sengün and Jalen Green led the way with 26 points each, with Green knocking down 5 threes at a 45.5% clip.</p> <p>Amen Thompson contributed 23 points and 14 rebounds, scoring 14 points in the 4th quarter. Fred VanVleet added 20 points, including 8 in the final period, while Steven Adams chipped in 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets gave up 131 points to the Cavaliers but still managed to secure the win. They allowed 27 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, followed by 30 in the 3rd. However, their defense struggled in the 4th, where they gave up 47 points.</p> <p>Houston allowed Cleveland to shoot 51% from the field, including 43% from beyond the arc, with the Cavaliers hitting 17 threes. The Rockets sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 20. Houston finished with 31 defensive rebounds, allowed 10 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will Boston Win at Home?</h3><p>The Celtics improved to 32-14 this season with a 122-107 road win over the Mavericks on Saturday. Boston entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total score of 229 points narrowly exceeded the 226.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 29-25 at the end of the 1st quarter, Boston took control by outscoring Dallas 34-20 in the 2nd quarter. The Celtics extended their lead with a 37-27 3rd quarter, but the Mavericks made a push with an 11-0 run, cutting the score from 59-46 to 59-57. Boston responded and went into the 4th quarter with a 96-76 lead, holding off a late Dallas rally.</p><p>In their 122-107 win over the Mavericks, the Celtics made 20 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep and 42.7% overall. Jayson Tatum led with 24 points, while Derrick White added 23, hitting 4 threes at 40%.</p> <p>White scored 16 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Tatum added 8 in the 4th. Jaylen Brown contributed 22 points, with 7 in the opening period.</p><p>The Celtics held the Mavericks to 107 points on Saturday, allowing just 20 points in the 2nd quarter. Boston gave up 31 points in the 4th but still secured the win.</p> <p>Boston limited Dallas to just 8 made threes on 36% shooting from deep. The Celtics also recorded 5 blocked shots.</p>

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<p>The Golden Eagles and Trojans are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Trojans will host the game at Trojan Arena in Troy, AL. The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Troy as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES VS TROY TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trojan Arena at 6:00 ET on Monday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Troy winning straight-up, we like Southern Miss at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Southern Miss Be The Talk of Trojan Arena?</h3><h3>Southern Miss Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern Miss improved to 7-11 on the season with a 67-59 road win over Louisiana-Lafayette on Saturday. The Golden Eagles, favored by 1.5 points, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, Southern Miss clamped down defensively, holding the Ragin' Cajuns to just 24 points in the second half while scoring 36 of their own. The game’s total points of 126 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p><p>Southern Miss put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 52.5% success rate on two-point attempts (21/40). From beyond the arc, they hit just 4 of 15 shots, shooting 26.7% from three-point range.</p> <p>Mostapha El Moutaouakkil led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Cobie Montgomery was efficient, hitting 3 of 4 threes and finishing with 12 points on 4 of 5 shooting overall.</p><p>Southern Miss put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 34% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the opposition to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Southern Miss allowed 18 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts. The Golden Eagles gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Troy Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Troy improved to 10-7 on the season with a 65-55 win over South Alabama on Saturday. The Trojans, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread in this home victory.</p> 

<p>Troy led 32-26 at halftime and outscored the Jaguars 33-29 in the second half. The game’s total points (120) fell short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Trojans struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc, finishing with 65 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they hit 7 of 10 free throws.</p> <p>Jayden Cooper led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from the field and 4 of 8 from three-point range. Myles Rigsby added 15 points and 6 rebounds, while Cooper Campbell contributed 12 points, also hitting 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Even with Troy sending their opponent to the line just 10 times, the Trojans still managed to hold them to 55 points. Troy's defense limited their opponent to 35% shooting overall, including 45% from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Troy's opponent shot 30%, hitting 12 of their 40 three-point attempts. The Trojans also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Troy Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Lakers (-231) will travel to Charlotte to take on the Hornets (+192). The Lakers are currently favored by 6 points and the over/under line is 222.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes into this game with a record of 25-18 and have won three straight. On the other side, the Hornets are 12-30 and sit 14th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -6</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-103 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Lakers Have a Shot at a Win at Charlotte?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 25-18 on the season with a 118-108 road win over the Warriors on Saturday. Los Angeles, favored by 1 point, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points reached 226, exceeding the over/under line of 219.5 by 6.5 points.</p> <p>After a tight first half, with both teams scoring 32 points in the 2nd quarter, the Lakers pulled away by winning the 3rd quarter 30-25. They entered the 4th quarter with an 89-83 lead and outscored the Warriors 29-25 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Anthony Davis led the Lakers to a win over the Warriors, scoring 36 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, shooting 56.5% from the field. LeBron James added 25 points and 12 assists, while Austin Reaves chipped in 16 points, hitting 60% of his shots.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 54.7% as a team, making 10 threes at a 34.5% clip. Davis scored 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with LeBron also adding 10 in the final period.</p><p>The Lakers gave up 108 points to the Warriors but held them to just 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure the win. Overall, the Warriors shot 46% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Warriors hit 16 threes at a 34% clip. The Lakers sent the Warriors to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers recorded 8 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>On Saturday, the Hornets improved to 12-30 for the season with a dominant 123-92 home win over the Pelicans. Charlotte, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 215, falling short of the 230.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Charlotte took control early with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 28-23 to 40-23. They outscored New Orleans 32-22 in the 2nd quarter and led 93-68 going into the 4th, where they finished strong by outscoring the Pelicans 30-24.</p><p>The Hornets connected on 21 threes at a 42% clip in their 123-92 win over the Pelicans, shooting 50% from the field overall. LaMelo Ball led the way with 25 points, despite hitting just 30.8% from deep, while also adding 7 assists and 5 rebounds.</p> <p>Miles Bridges contributed 22 points on 61.5% shooting, and Seth Curry chipped in 16 points, knocking down 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency. Curry also added 4 rebounds and 2 assists in the victory.</p><p>The Hornets put on a defensive clinic against the Pelicans, holding them to just 92 points on Saturday. Charlotte was consistent throughout, giving up 23 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters and 22 in the 2nd. Even in the 4th, they allowed only 24 points, sealing the win.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hornets were particularly stingy, limiting the Pelicans to just 8 threes on 25% shooting. Charlotte also recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Miami Heat (-376) will host the New Orleans Pelicans (+299) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are favored by 9 points, and the over/under line is set at 221.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami, and it can be seen on Gulf TV. The Pelicans are currently on a 10-game losing streak and have a record of 5-28. Meanwhile, the Heat are 16-14 and sit 7th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +9</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-117 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the New Orleans Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Pelicans fell to 5-28 on the season after a 116-113 home loss to the Clippers on Monday. Despite being +4.5 point underdogs, New Orleans kept it close, losing by just three points. The total score of 229 points went over the pre-game line of 218.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans went on a 14-0 run, stretching their lead from 48-45 to 62-45. However, after a 25-25 tie in the 2nd quarter, the Clippers outscored the Pelicans 31-28 in the 3rd and 29-23 in the 4th, erasing New Orleans' 90-87 lead heading into the final quarter.</p><p>CJ McCollum knocked down 8 threes at a 57.1% clip, finishing with 33 points and 4 assists in the Pelicans' loss to the Clippers. He was especially impactful in the 3rd quarter, scoring 15 points. Trey Murphy and Herbert Jones each added 18 points, with Murphy hitting 4 threes and both players shooting 60% from the field.</p> <p>The Pelicans connected on 18 threes, shooting 48.6% from deep and 51.2% overall. McCollum hit 6 of his threes in the 3rd quarter, while Jones and Murphy each scored 9 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Pelicans gave up 116 points to the Clippers, allowing 31 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. They tightened up in the 2nd, giving up 25 points, and allowed 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Pelicans held the Clippers to 13 made threes on 35% shooting. They sent the Clippers to the line 27 times, where they made 21 free throws. The Pelicans also recorded 13 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Heat Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Heat improved to 16-14 this season with a 104-100 road win over the Rockets on Sunday. Miami entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 204 points fell short of the 215-point over/under line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run early in the game, extending their lead from 12-6 to 24-6. After trailing 82-81 going into the 4th quarter, the Heat held the Rockets to 18 points in the final period while scoring 23 to secure the win.</p><p>Tyler Herro led the Heat's offense in their win over the Rockets, scoring 27 points and dishing out 9 assists, shooting 58.8% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Nikola Jovic added 18 points, connecting on 3 threes at 60% efficiency, while Haywood Highsmith contributed 15 points, making 3 threes at 50% shooting.</p> <p>Miami struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10 threes at 30.3% efficiency, and shot 44% overall from the field. Herro scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Jovic added 5 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Heat’s defense came up big in the 4th quarter, holding the Rockets to just 18 points to secure a 104-100 win. Overall, Miami gave up 100 points, with Houston shooting 39% from the field. The Heat allowed 27 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 3rd but limited the Rockets to 23 points in the 2nd.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat held the Rockets to 32% shooting, with Houston making 13 threes. The Rockets also went 11/13 from the free-throw line. Miami finished with 37 defensive rebounds, gave up 19 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

New Orleans Pelicans vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>The Toronto Raptors (-113) are favored by 1 point over the New Orleans Pelicans (-106) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line in this game is 232.5. The Raptors are currently on a 3-game winning streak and have a record of 13-32. The Pelicans are 12-34 and have lost their last two games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET and the game can be seen on TSN.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors -1</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-136 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will New Orleans Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>New Orleans dropped to 12-34 on the season with a 123-92 road loss to the Hornets on Saturday. The Pelicans, who were favored by 2.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 215 points fell short of the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>Charlotte's 12-0 run early on set the tone, and the Pelicans couldn’t recover. They were outscored 32-22 in the 2nd quarter and trailed 93-68 going into the 4th, where they were outscored 30-24.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled offensively in their 123-92 loss to the Hornets, shooting just 38.1% from the field and hitting only 8 threes at a 25.8% clip. Zion Williamson led the way with 28 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55% from the floor.</p> <p>Trey Murphy added 16 points despite shooting 29.4%, while Jordan Hawkins chipped in 14 points. Williamson scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, and Hawkins added 9 in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Pelicans struggled against the Hornets, allowing 123 points in the loss. They gave up at least 30 points in each quarter, with Charlotte shooting 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Pelicans had trouble defending the three, as the Hornets hit 21 threes at a 42% clip. New Orleans sent Charlotte to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Pelicans finished with 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will Toronto Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Toronto improved to 13-32 on the season with a 117-94 win over the Hawks on Saturday. The Raptors, who were +6 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 211 points fell short of the 233-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 27-22 at the end of the 1st quarter, Toronto turned things around by outscoring Atlanta 33-21 in the 2nd quarter. A key 10-0 run helped the Raptors extend their lead, and they continued to pull away by winning the 3rd quarter 31-22 and the 4th quarter 31-24.</p><p>Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists in their 117-94 win over the Hawks, shooting 47.1% from the field. RJ Barrett and Chris Boucher each contributed 23 points, with Barrett hitting 3 threes at 75% efficiency and shooting 69.2% overall, while Boucher shot 70% and also made 3 threes at a 75% clip.</p> <p>Toronto hit 11 threes as a team, shooting 36.7% from beyond the arc and 46.7% overall. Barnes scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Boucher added 10 in the 2nd and 7 more in the 4th. Barrett also chipped in 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Raptors put on a defensive clinic against the Hawks, holding them to just 94 points on Saturday. Toronto gave up 27 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up after that, allowing just 21 in the 2nd, 22 in the 3rd, and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>Overall, the Raptors held the Hawks to 39% shooting, including 29% from three-point range, where Atlanta made 11 threes. Toronto also sent the Hawks to the line 25 times, where they hit 17 free throws. The Raptors finished with 42 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and added 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

New Orleans Pelicans vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO. The over/under for this game is set at 130.5 points, and Little Rock is favored by -10 vs. Eastern Illinois in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +10</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Eastern Illinois at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Eastern Illinois Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Eastern Illinois Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Panthers dropped to 2-16 on the season after a 64-60 home loss to Southern Indiana on Saturday. Eastern Illinois entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 30-19 at halftime, the Panthers put up 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total of 124 points fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Eastern Illinois struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 41.4% in effective field goal percentage. They hit 7 of 20 from three-point range, shooting 35%, and made only 52.4% of their free throws, connecting on 11 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Kooper Jacobi led the Panthers with 17 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 42.9% overall and 40% from deep. Zion Fruster added 15 points on 66.7% shooting, while Stephen Olowoniyi contributed 13 points, hitting 60% of his shots.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up a strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 14 of 38 shots inside the arc, a 36% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Eastern Illinois allowed 7 made threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 11 shots for 52%.</p><h3>Will the Trojans Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Little Rock improved to 12-8 on the season with a dominant 78-46 road win over Lindenwood on Saturday. The Trojans entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread comfortably.</p> 

<p>They led 42-29 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 17 points while scoring 36. The game’s total points fell under the O/U line of 135, with 124 points scored.</p><p>Little Rock put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They were nearly perfect at the free-throw line, hitting 13 of 14 attempts for 92.9%.</p> <p>Johnathan Lawson connected on 5 of 7 threes, finishing with 17 points and 7 assists. Mwani Wilkinson added 19 points and 13 rebounds, while Tuongthach Gatkek also grabbed 14 boards. Ante Beljan was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5 in just 18 minutes.</p><p>Little Rock's defense was dominant, giving up just 46 points while holding the opposing team to 27% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 13/39, or 33%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Trojans were even more effective, allowing just 4 made threes on 23 attempts, a 17% success rate. The opposing team also struggled at the free-throw line, hitting 8/13 for 61%.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-534) will host the Utah Jazz (+400) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 11 and have won five straight games. The Jazz have lost four in a row and are 15th in the West.</p>

<p>This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on KJZZ.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -11</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-99 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jazz Lock in a Win at Memphis?</h3><p>Utah’s season record fell to 10-32 after a 123-114 road loss to the Thunder on Wednesday. The Jazz entered the game as +16.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points for the game ended at 237, slightly over the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma City’s 11-0 run early in the game gave them a 44-33 lead, but Utah battled back to tie the 2nd quarter 26-26. The Jazz couldn’t close the gap in the 3rd and 4th quarters, as the Thunder outscored them 38-34 and 28-25, respectively.</p><p>John Collins led the Jazz with 22 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field in their 123-114 loss to the Thunder. Collin Sexton added 18 points and 9 assists, while Walker Kessler contributed 17 points and 15 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.</p> <p>Utah connected on 14 threes, shooting 37.8% from deep and 46.7% overall. Collins scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Lauri Markkanen added 10 of his 17 points in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-114 loss to the Thunder. They allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 46% from the field overall.</p> <p>Utah did well in limiting the Thunder’s three-point shooting, holding them to 12 made threes on 30% shooting. The Jazz finished with 29 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards.</p><h3>Will the Grizzlies Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 30-15 this season with a 139-126 win over the Pelicans on Friday. Playing at home, Memphis covered the -9.5 spread, while the total score of 265 points exceeded the O/U line of 243.5.</p> <p>Memphis went on an 11-0 run to take the lead, going from 76-67 to 78-76. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring New Orleans 43-29, and closed out the game by winning the 4th quarter 34-26.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 139 points in their win over the Pelicans, shooting 55.4% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 45.2% clip. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 29 points, 15 of which came in the 3rd quarter, and he added 5 made threes.</p> <p>Luke Kennard was hot from deep, hitting 7 threes at 77.8% and finishing with 27 points, including 8 in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Desmond Bane contributed 20 points and 14 assists, scoring 14 of his points in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 126 points, the Grizzlies managed to pull off a win against the Pelicans. Their roughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 42 points. However, they tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 26 points to help secure the victory.</p> <p>Memphis allowed New Orleans to shoot 54% from the field, including 41% from three, where the Pelicans hit 14 threes. The Grizzlies sent the Pelicans to the line 32 times, where they converted 22 free throws. Defensively, the Grizzlies recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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