Grizzlies vs. Jazz Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 25th, 2025

Arena and City where Grizzlies vs. Jazz will be playing

On January 25th, 2025, the Grizzlies will take on the Jazz in an NBA game in Memphis, TN at FedEx Forum, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Grizzlies vs. Jazz betting tip and prediction

January 25th, 2025 is the date for the Western Conference match, which will get underway at 19:00. The Grizzlies enters as -11 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Grizzlies won, 105-91. The over/under for the upcoming game is 245 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we are all well aware of how crucial the 3-point shot has become to the game. Let's analyze the proficiency of teams in long-range shooting. The Grizzlies are currently nailing 37.4% of their 3-pointers. Meanwhile, the Jazz is impressively converting 35.8% of their shots from beyond the arc. The Grizzlies are dedicating 41% of their attempts to 3-pointers, showcasing their commitment to long-range shooting. The Jazz, on the other hand, are taking 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Memphis Grizzlies

How are the Grizzlies playing this season?

The Grizzlies comes into this game with a 30-15 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Western Conference standings. The Grizzlies are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Grizzlies win their most recent game?

Yes, Grizzlies defeated the Pelicans, 139-126. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 20 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Grizzlies

The leading scorer for the Grizzlies this season is Jaren Jackson Jr., who is averaging 22.7 points per game. He scored 20 points on 8-for-19 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Jazz.

Other Team Leaders for the Grizzlies

Coming into the January 25th, 2025 contest, Zach Edey leads the Grizzlies with 7.4 rebounds per game. Ja Morant has a team-high 7.7 assists per game. The steals leader for the Grizzlies is Jaren Jackson Jr. (1.4 steals per game). In terms of swatting shots, Jaren Jackson Jr. is leading the way for the Grizzlies with 1.6 blocks per game.

Grizzlies Team Analysis

The Grizzlies' point differential this season is 8.3 points per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA. They are averaging 123.6 points per game while allowing 115.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Grizzlies are making 14.3 shots per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Grizzlies are making 18.6 per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA.

Projected Grizzlies Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Jazz, the Grizzlies' starting lineup consisted of Bismack Biyombo, Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama, Desmond Bane and Jacob Gilyard. For the upcoming matchup, the Grizzlies has the following injuries: Santi Aldama is questionable (illness), Jake LaRavia is out (back) Marcus Smart is out (finger), Cam Spencer is questionable (thumb) and Vince Williams is out (ankle).

Utah Jazz

How is the Jazz playing this season?

The Jazz head this game with a 10-32 record, and they are currently 15th in the Western Conference standings. The Jazz is 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Jazz win their most recent game?

No, Jazz came up short against the Thunder, 123-114. John Collins scored 17 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Jazz

The leading scorer for the Jazz this season is Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 20 points per game. Lauri Markkanen also leads the team in minutes played per game with 31.69. In the last game, scored 27 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Jazz

Walker Kessler is leading the way with 11.5 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 42.25 points in DraftKings and 41.5 in FanDuel. Keyonte George is dishing out a team-high 5.8 assists per game. He has 39.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 37 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Jazz' leader is Taylor Hendricks with 1.7 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Jazz is Walker Kessler, who is sending back 2.4 shots per game. He scored 42.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 41.5 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Jazz Team Analysis

The Jazz' point differential this season is -6.8 points per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.5 points per game while allowing 118.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Jazz is making 13.9 shots per game, which ranks 12th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Jazz is making 18 per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA.

Projected Jazz' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Grizzlies, the Jazz' starting five were Ömer Yurtseven, John Collins, Simone Fontecchio, Jordan Clarkson and Keyonte George.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Grizzlies coming into this game as -11 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Grizzlies.

Money Line betting suggestion

Grizzlies are a -11 money line favorite for the game against the Jazz, and the suggestion is to pick the Grizzlies.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Grizzlies and Jazz is 245 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Grizzlies and Jazz have combined for just 2 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.