Free NBA Pick: Celtics vs. Grizzlies Odds
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(20-14) Boston Celtics vs. Memphis Grizzlies (18-16)
Date: Saturday, December 29
Time: 8:00PM EST
FedEx Forum, Memphis, Tennessee
NBA Moneyline Odds: OFF
NBA Betting Odds: Celtics -3.5
NBA Betting Total: 200
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Saturday, December 29 the Boston Celtics travel to Memphis to tip-off versus the Grizzlies for the first time in the 2018-19 regular season. In their last game on Thursday, the Celtics lost in Houston. Memphis last played on Wednesday defeating the Cavaliers.
In the past two campaigns, the Celtics swept the Grizzlies in their season series. The Celtics hold the all-time record having bested the Grizzlies in 26 of their 44 matches.
Boston Celtics
The Celtics looked to have turned things around during an eight game win streak and nine out of 11 games. But not one of those teams held a record over .500.
Since that schedule segment, the Celtics have played six games all against seeded teams except the Suns producing a 2-4 record with wins only over the Hornets and the overtime win over the 76ers.
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Arguably, this points to the issues with Boston’s offense which is still problematic especially versus top tier squads. Although five players scored in double-digits in the Rockets loss to Houston Kyrie Irving (23) was the only player to break the 20 point threshold. Joining him in double-digit scoring were
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Robert Williams III (sore left leg) is questionable for Saturday. Aron Baynes (left fourth metacarpal fracture) is expected to miss up to six weeks.
Memphis Grizzlies
In the Grizzlies last 10 games they’ve lost seven times and in each Memphis failed to reach 100 points. Nor did they score 100 points in two of their three wins.
The revamped 2.0 Grit and Grind system is in place with Jaren Jackson replacing Zach Randolph’s role. The keys are Mike Conley and Marc Gasol who both need to be on their A game for the squad to win.
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While the Celtics rank fourth defensively, the Grizzlies sit right behind them ranked fifth. Through the last 10 games, both teams have slipped albeit the Celtics have dropped six spots to 10th while the Grizzlies only fall to eighth.
Jevon Carter (illness) and Omri Casspi (illness) are both uncertain to play Saturday. Chandler Parsons (right knee soreness) continues to be a player who hasn’t lived up to his contract due to constant injury. He is expected to remain out of action until early January.
NBA Betting Trends:
- Celtics are 6-4 in last 10 head to head contests
- Celtics are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 head to head meetings
- The over-under is 7-2-1 in team’s last 10 head to head matchups
Free Boston Celtics vs. Memphis Grizzlies NBA Prediction:
Boston boasts a .500 road record (9-9). The Grizzlies are better at home (10-6) than on the road (8-10) but close to even.
4* Free NBA Betting Pick: Celtics edge Grizzlies -3.5
Both squads are adept defensively and struggle to score. If the Grizzlies hold the Celtics under 100 it bodes well for a victory. Statistically, the clubs are closely aligned but Boston holds an advantage in miscellaneous categories like fast break points and second chance scoring.
The team who sets the tempo and cleans the glass has the advantage.
NBA Free Score Prediction: Celtics 105 – Grizzlies 100
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