Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Picks - NBA
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by Erik Gibbs | in NBA Picks
The Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies face off tonight at FedExForum in what promises to be another tightly contested Western Conference clash. Both teams are coming off nail-biting one-point wins on Wednesday and will be eager to keep that momentum rolling as they try to solidify early-season form.
The Lakers, winners in three of their last four outings, continue to show resilience despite a depleted lineup. Their 116-115 victory over Minnesota showcased both their offensive depth and their late-game composure. Austin Reaves delivered the performance of his young career, pouring in 28 points and dishing out 16 assists on 9-of-24 shooting. His buzzer-beating floater sealed the win after Los Angeles nearly surrendered a 20-point lead.
Jake LaRavia also turned heads with a near-perfect 27-point night on 10-of-11 shooting, while Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura each chipped in 17 points to round out a well-balanced attack.
Memphis, meanwhile, has started the season at 3-2 and looks to build on its own dramatic road win over the Phoenix Suns, a 114-113 thriller. Ja Morant looked every bit the franchise cornerstone with 28 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 18 points, six boards, and three assists. Santi Aldama made a huge impact off the bench, notching a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds while also contributing five assists. That kind of depth and bench energy has been a key ingredient for the Grizzlies' success early on.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Form
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Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers Latest Matches
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Memphis Grizzlies against Los Angeles Lakers : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
J. Morant
K. Caldwell-Pope
J. Wells
J. Jackson Jr.
M. Smart
A. Reaves
R. Hachimura
Substitutes
J. Konchar
C. Spencer
J. Small
S. Aldama
O. Prosper
P. Hall
D. Knecht
N. Smith Jr.
B. James
J. Laravia
J. Vanderbilt
Memphis Grizzlies - Los Angeles Lakers Key Points
- The Lakers are 8-0 in their last 8 night games vs. Southwest Division teams
- The Grizzlies are 0-12 in their last 12 games vs. Western Conference teams with a winning record
- The Over is 7-1 in the last 8 games between the Lakers and Grizzlies
- The Over is 7-0 in the Lakers’ last 7 games as underdogs
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Our Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
Injuries continue to test the Lakers' rotation. Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Gabe Vincent, and Maxi Kleber remain sidelined, leaving the team thin in experience and playmaking. Even so, the Lakers have managed to maintain strong offensive output, topping 116 points in three of their last four contests. The downside has been their ball security—averaging over 17 turnovers per game—which could prove costly against a fast and athletic Memphis squad.
The Grizzlies' home-court advantage could be decisive in this matchup. They play with more confidence at FedExForum, especially defensively, where they thrive on forcing turnovers and pushing the pace. The Lakers' turnover issues and reliance on Reaves' hot hand might make them vulnerable against Memphis' pressure defense.
Still, Los Angeles has historically had the upper hand in this series, winning seven of the last nine meetings between these teams. If Reaves continues his recent surge and Ayton can control the paint, the Lakers have a legitimate shot to extend that dominance. But with the Grizzlies healthier, deeper, and backed by their home crowd, this one could go down to the wire once again. Expect another fast-paced, high-scoring battle where execution in the closing minutes decides the winner. Our prediction for Memphis Grizzlies vs. LA Lakers: Over 238.5 points.
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