Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction, Odds, Lines, Team Props – NBA, Jan. 20

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Jan 20, 2023, 4:33 PM
  • The Grizzlies (31-13) are -7.5 favorites vs. the Lakers (20-25)
  • Total (Over/Under): 242.5 points
  • Friday, January 20, 2023 at 10:00pm EST
  • Watch the game on SportsNet LA & BSSE

The Memphis Grizzlies visit Crypto.com Arena to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00pm EST in Los Angeles.

The Grizzlies are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -6.5 (-105).

The Grizzlies vs Lakers Over/Under is 244.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Grizzlies are 22-20 against the spread, while the Lakers are 20-23 against the spread.


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Grizzlies vs. Lakers Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Memphis Grizzlies-6.5 -105O 244.5 -110-250
Los Angeles Lakers +6.5 -115U 244.5 -110+190

Lakers vs Grizzlies Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Grizzlies will win Friday‘s game with 67.0% confidence.

Based on recent against-the-spread (ATS) trends, the model predicts the Grizzlies will cover the spread for Friday‘s game with 55.4% confidence.

These predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Grizzlies and Lakers, plus recent team & player performances and defensive & offensive matchups over the last several NBA games.


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  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1H Moneyline in 64 of their last 91 games (+27.75 Units / 16% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1H Spread in 59 of their last 89 games (+27.25 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 62 of their last 91 games (+21.45 Units / 15% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1Q Spread in 52 of their last 85 games (+17.35 Units / 19% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 49 of their last 77 games (+17.29 Units / 20% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 31 of their last 44 games (+21.76 Units / 44% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have covered the 2Q Spread in 31 of their last 42 games (+18.48 Units / 39% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have covered the 4Q Spread in 26 of their last 33 games (+18.24 Units / 50% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 19 of their last 22 games (+17.62 Units / 75% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 48 of their last 78 games (+14.69 Units / 17% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Grizzlies have gone 22-20 (+0 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 31-13 against the Moneyline (+8.1 Units / 7.08% ROI)
  • 22-20 against the Over for game total points (+0 Units / 0% ROI)
  • 20-22 against the Under for game total points (-4.2 Units / -8.68% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Lakers have gone 20-23 (-5.35 Units / -10.8% ROI).

  • 20-25 against the Moneyline (+0.25 Units / 0.45% ROI)
  • 25-20 against the Over for game total points (+3 Units / 6.06% ROI)
  • 20-25 against the Under for game total points (-7.5 Units / -15.15% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have only hit the 2Q Game Total Under in 32 of their last 82 games (-25.55 Units / -27% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have only hit the 3Q Moneyline in 27 of their last 76 games (-22.51 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have only hit the Team Total Under in 34 of their last 82 games (-21.40 Units / -23% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have only hit the Moneyline in 29 of their last 79 games (-17.60 Units / -17% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Lakers have only hit the 2H Moneyline in 17 of their last 52 games (-17.46 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Moneyline in 36 of their last 91 games (-36.75 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 28 of their last 77 games (-27.41 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 36 of their last 91 games (-22.95 Units / -23% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 2H Moneyline in 17 of their last 43 away games (-21.28 Units / -32% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only covered the 4Q Spread in 38 of their last 91 games (-20.47 Units / -20% ROI)

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Memphis Grizzlies: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Lakers

The Memphis Grizzlies are 4-16 (.200) when losing the rebounding margin since the start of the 2021-22 season — ninth-worst among NBA teams. The New Orleans Pelicans have averaged 45.2 rebounds per game (4,291 rebounds/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — sixth-highest among NBA teams.

The Grizzlies are 64-34 (.653) when they win the turnover margin since the start of the 2020-21 season — 9th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .567

The Grizzlies are 54-10 (.844) when scoring 110 or more points since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 5th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .704

The Grizzlies are 37-21 (.638) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — 9th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .549

Los Angeles Lakers: Keys to the Game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies

The Lakers are 11-25 (.306) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2021-22 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .555

The Lakers are 3-12 (.200) when allowing fewer than 8 offense rebounds since the start of the 2021-22 season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .481

The Lakers are 5-8 (.385) when attempting 15 or less free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — 10th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .479

The Lakers are 27-36 (.429) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — 5th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .550

Injury Report: Lakers vs. GrizzliesFriday‘s Game, Jan. 20

  • Austin Reaves (Lakers): The Lakers announced that Reaves will be re-evaluated in two weeks as he deals with a left hamstring strain.
  • Lonnie Walker IV (Lakers): The Lakers announced that Walker IV will be re-evaluated in two weeks as he deals with left knee tendinitis.
  • LeBron James (Lakers): James is questionable for Friday’s (Jan 20) game against Memphis.
  • Anthony Davis (Lakers): The Lakers announced that Davis is dealing with a stress injury in his right foot. The team announced that there is no timetable for his return.
  • Danny Green (Grizzlies): The 76ers announced that Green has a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee.
  • Ziaire Williams (Grizzlies): Williams is questionable for Friday’s (Jan 20) game against LA Lakers.

Memphis Grizzlies Offensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies have averaged 27.9 points in the paint per game (4,632 points/166 games) in the second half since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 22.9

The Grizzlies have averaged 56.5 points in the paint per game (5,372 points/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.3

The Grizzlies have averaged 57.1 points in the paint per game (2,686 points/47 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.8

The Grizzlies have averaged 56.7 points in the paint per game (4,760 points/84 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.1

Los Angeles Lakers Offensive Stats & Trends

The Lakers are shooting 31% from three (124/404) this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 36%

The Lakers are shooting 32% from three (67/208) in the first half this season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 37%

The Lakers have made 9.5 three-pointers per game this season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 12.2

The Lakers have averaged 55.5 points in the paint per game (722 points/13 games) this season — 3rd best among NBA teams; League Avg: 48.9

Memphis Grizzlies Defensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.2 steals per game (1,535 steals/167 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 6.1 blocks per game (294 blocks/48 games) on the road since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.3 steals per game (880 steals/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.1 steals per game (428 steals/47 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

Los Angeles Lakers Defensive Stats & Trends

The Lakers have averaged 5.8 blocks per game (284 blocks/49 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 4th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.9

The Lakers have blocked 867 shots since the start of the 2020-21 season — 7th most among NBA teams

The Lakers have averaged 34.6 defensive rebounds per game (450 rebounds/13 games) this season — 5th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.1

The Lakers have averaged 8.1 steals per game (396 steals/49 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — 5th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.5


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