Philadelphia 76ers vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 06/03/2024, 06:45  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 06/03/2024 at 11:30 in NBA Prediction

The Memphis Grizzlies will travel to the Wells Fargo Center to face the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA on Wednesday evening. The hosts are 35-26 and seventh in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 21-41 and 13th in the Western Conference. 

The Memphis Grizzlies have been facing significant challenges recently, enduring a tough stretch with five consecutive losses. However, they bounced back with a morale-boosting 106-102 road victory over the Nets on Monday. Luke Kennard led the charge with an impressive performance, tallying 25 points and seven assists on an efficient 8 of 11 shooting, while Jake LaRavia contributed a double-double with 14 points, ten rebounds, and three assists. The Grizzlies have been struggling offensively and rank 30th in the NBA with an average of 106.1 points per game. They display a slight disparity in scoring between home and away games, averaging 103.4 points per game at home and 108.7 points per game on the road. On the defensive end, they have performed relatively better, conceding an average of 112.6 points per game, placing them tenth in the league. However, injuries have plagued the team, with nine players listed on the injury report, including several key contributors.

Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers have been maintaining a decent form, splitting their last six games, but they aim to bounce back after a disappointing 112-107 road loss to the Nets last night. Kelly Oubre Jr. led the team with an impressive performance, contributing 30 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Tobias Harris added 18 points along with nine rebounds and four assists. The 76ers demonstrate a slight edge over opponents, outscoring them by 3.3 points per game, averaging 117 points per game, which ranks 13th in the league. Notably, their offensive output has been slightly better at home, where they average 117.3 points per game, compared to 116.6 points per game on the road. Defensively, they concede an average of 113.7 points per game, placing them 14th in the NBA. Joel Embiid is still sidelined and Robert Covington is listed as doubtful for their upcoming match.