Memphis Grizzlies vs. Denver Nuggets 3/25/24 – As the Memphis Grizzlies (24-47) prepare to face off against the Denver Nuggets (49-21) in an intriguing NBA clash, sports handicappers and fans are keenly looking at the best betting websites for insights and odds. This matchup, set to unfold on Monday, is not just a battle between two teams with contrasting seasons but also a showcase of some of the league’s standout talents. With the game tipping off at 9:00 PM ET and broadcasted on ALT, both teams will be eager to assert their dominance.
| When: | Monday, March 25, 2024, at 9:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Ball Arena |
| TV: | ALT |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
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Currently, the betting odds for the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Denver Nuggets game are yet to be determined. This uncertainty provides a unique challenge for bettors, necessitating a closer examination of both teams’ performances, trends, and key players to inform any potential betting strategies.
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Grizzlies | +14.5 -110 | o214 -105 | +790 |  |
| Nuggets | -14.5 -110 | u214 -115 | -1300 | |
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Jaren Jackson Jr. (PF) vs. Nikola Jokic (C)
Jaren Jackson Jr. might have been a dynamo for the Memphis Grizzlies coming off the bench, but he was very much anything but that the whole season long. A young rookie showing out in 60 games started with an average of 32.2 minutes on the court and an average of 22.5 points per game, both agile and accurate in nature, while he carried 1.6 blocks to have his rating in the paint. However, his 2.5 turnovers per game and 3.6 fouls per game are areas of concern that could impact the game’s outcome.
Averaging 34.4 minutes, 26.1 points, and 12.3 rebounds, Nikola Jokic delivers the most perennial triple-double threat of them all in the league brought by penetration guards. With the vision and playmaking ability to pass at 9 assists per game, this big man is truly a triple threat, and while he has 2.9 turnovers a game, Jokic’s overall influence on the contest is outright.
The Jackson Jr. vs. Nikola Jokic clash represents a classical meeting of offenses versus defense. Jackson Jr. has to show his defensive gift of guarding the rim while trying to somehow curtail Jokic’s productivity down low. On the other hand, almost for certain, Jokic will put the best defense of Jackson Jr. to test with his own scoring and playmaking. It’s a matchup inside the matchup and would set the pace and the game itself.
Grizzlies’ Grit: A Closer Look at Memphis’ Numbers
The overall total season statistics show that the Memphis Grizzlies are a team without much consistency. At 106 points per game, they are right up near the league average but really trail the rest of the league in terms of their field-goal percentage, sitting at 43.7. Still trailing, their 42.1 rebounds per game and 7.9 steals per game show that this will be a competitive, gritty team on the defensive part of the game. The Grizzlies’ stubbornness in road matches has shown 20-15 ATS, which shows they could make for quite difficult opponents and represent better value than their record alone would imply.
Nuggets’ Gold: Analyzing Denver’s Dominance
Denver Nuggets are posting big offensive numbers this season, scoring at 114.7 points per game and converting 49.6% of field goals successfully. This comes along with their offensive efficiency, as the team really shares the ball, highlighted by 29.2 assists and 44.1 rebounds per contest. And their losing mark on the road (15-20) can speak for some vulnerability against the number. Their ability to simply dominate in this circuit will likely figure in heavily.
Trends
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Trends
Grizzlies are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Memphis Grizzlies are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Grizzlies are 20-15 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Grizzlies’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 12 of Grizzlies’ 35 last games at home
Denver Nuggets Betting Trends
Nuggets are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Denver Nuggets are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Nuggets are 15-20 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Nuggets’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 15 of Nuggets’ 34 last games at home
Injuries
Memphis Grizzlies
Derrick Rose PG Is out indefinitely, Back
Marcus Smart PG Is out indefinitely, Finger
Luke Kennard SG Is OUT Monday vs Denver, Personal
Yuta Watanabe SG Is downgraded to OUT Monday vs Denver, Personal
Brandon Clarke PF Is out indefinitely, Achilles
Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokic C Is “?” Monday vs Memphis, Back
Jamal Murray PG Is “?” Monday vs Memphis, Ankle
Vlatko Cancar SF Is out indefinitely, Knee
Zeke Nnaji PF Is “?” Monday vs Memphis, Back
Jalen Pickett SG Is “?” Monday vs Memphis, Personal
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Denver Nuggets Betting Picks
With the analysis and trends here are the matches which one could single out that the Denver Nuggets are favorites to bag. They have a better record, better offensive efficiency at home, and most importantly, have home court. Duly, Memphis Grizzlies are tough, more so in covering against the spread in away encounters. Interestingly, bettors will also find attractive odds from bookmakers for over/under and prop bets for the performances of key players in a game where the injuries to Jaren Jackson Jr. and Nikola Jokić add spice.
That means if the teams are able to regain their sheer offensive capabilities and recent trends, it’s supposed to be a very attractive NBA betting prediction—in favour of the OVER on total points, given the line is set with the season’s averages and recent play in mind. Sign up today to make your NBA betting prediction!
Score Prediction: Nuggets 118, Grizzlies 108.
