Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 08/03/2024, 06:08  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 08/03/2024 at 12:00 in NBA Prediction

The Atlanta Hawks will travel to the FedEx Forum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA on Friday night. The hosts are 22-41 and 13th in the Western Conference, while the visitors are 28-34 and tenth in the Eastern Conference. 

The Atlanta Hawks have been performing decently, securing victories in four of their last six games overall. They will look to extend their current winning streak to three consecutive wins following a 112-101 triumph over the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Saddiq Bey and Bogdan Bogdanovic led the scoring with 23 points each, while Dejounte Murray contributed 18 points to the victory. Despite being the NBA's fifth-ranked scoring team, averaging 120.2 points per game, the Hawks face a challenging opponent in the Grizzlies, who rank ninth in points allowed per game at 112.5. Defensively, the Hawks are struggling, though, ranking 29th in scoring defense, as they allow opponents to score an average of 122 points per game this season. Unfortunately, Wesley Matthews, Onyeka Okongwu, and Trae Young will be sidelined for this match.

The Memphis Grizzlies are on a positive trajectory, aiming to secure their third consecutive victory after narrowly defeating the 76ers with a 115-109 road win on Wednesday. Jaren Jackson Jr. showcased an outstanding performance, leading the team with 30 points, 11 rebounds, and six blocks, while Jake LaRavia contributed 19 points along with 13 rebounds and three blocks. Despite being the lowest-scoring team in the NBA with an average of 106.2 points per game, Memphis faces the Atlanta squad, which ranks 28th defensively in the league, allowing 122 points per game. However, defensively, the Grizzlies perform above average, ranking ninth in the league by allowing an average of 112.5 points per contest. Unfortunately, the Grizzlies continue to face injury challenges, with as many as nine players sidelined.