The Memphis Grizzlies host the Los Angeles Lakers in a pivotal matchup at FedExForum, with both teams sporting identical 44-29 records and vying for crucial playoff positioning.
Recent coaching changes and injury woes add intrigue, as the Grizzlies adjust to life under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo while the Lakers aim to overcome their recent slump and capitalize on Memphis' potential absence of star point guard Ja Morant.
With the season series and Western Conference standings hanging in the balance, this home team vs away team battle promises high-octane action and could have far-reaching implications for both squads' postseason aspirations.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers matchup, our predictive model gives the Lakers a 51.33% chance of defeating the Grizzlies.
Los Angeles Lakers: 51.33% win probability
- Better defensive efficiency (8192 goals against compared to Grizzlies' 8531)
- Higher league position (5th vs Grizzlies' 4th, despite same win count)
- More consistent performance (44-29 record vs Grizzlies' 44-29 with fewer games played)
Memphis Grizzlies: 48.67% win probability
- Poor recent form (LWLLL in last 5 games)
- Weaker defense (8531 goals against, ranking 10th in Western Conference)
- Inconsistent scoring (8916 goals for, but only 44 wins)
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Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers odds
Here are the latest odds for the upcoming NBA matchup between the Memphis Grizzlies (home team) and the Los Angeles Lakers, set to take place on Saturday, March 29.
| Memphis Grizzlies | Los Angeles Lakers | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -130 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +122 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) |
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Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers preview
The Lakers and Grizzlies are set for a crucial Western Conference showdown, with both teams tied at 44-29 and vying for playoff positioning.
Los Angeles enters the game reeling from a shocking collapse against the Bulls, where they squandered an 18-point fourth-quarter lead.
Memphis, meanwhile, is dealing with its own turmoil after the surprise firing of head coach Taylor Jenkins, with assistant Tuomas Iisalo taking the reins for the stretch run.
Keep an eye on Lakers' guard Austin Reaves, who's coming off a 30-point performance, and the Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr., who dropped 27 in their recent loss to OKC.
The injury bug has bitten both squads, with LA's Rui Hachimura and Maxi Kleber sidelined, while Memphis star Ja Morant remains questionable with a nagging hamstring issue.
Expect a fast-paced affair, as the Grizzlies lead the league in possessions per game, though their defense has been leaky lately, allowing nearly 120 points per 100 possessions over their last five outings.
The Lakers will look to exploit Memphis' perimeter defense, which has been generous in allowing three-pointers this season.
With playoff implications on the line and both teams desperate to right the ship, this matchup at FedExForum promises to be a nail-biter from tip-off to the final buzzer.
Key stats
- 1Memphis Grizzlies (4th) and Los Angeles Lakers (5th) are tied with 44 wins
- 2Grizzlies have a better goal difference (+385) compared to Lakers (+49)
- 3Both teams share identical recent form of LWLLL
- 4Lakers have played one fewer game (73) than most teams in the conference
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers form
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers head to head
Memphis Grizzlies
33%
Los Angeles Lakers
67%
Dec 16, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers
116 : 110
Memphis Grizzlies
Nov 14, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers
128 : 123
Memphis Grizzlies
Nov 7, 2024
Memphis Grizzlies
131 : 114
Los Angeles Lakers
Apr 13, 2024
Memphis Grizzlies
120 : 123
Los Angeles Lakers
Mar 28, 2024
Memphis Grizzlies
124 : 136
Los Angeles Lakers
Jan 6, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers
113 : 127
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