Raptors vs. Grizzlies Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 05th, 2025

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It's an NBA showdown like no other – the Raptors will take on the Grizzlies on February 05th, 2025, in Toronto, ON at Scotiabank Arena. Discover our expert picks and predictions to increase your odds of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Raptors vs. Grizzlies betting tip and prediction

On February 05th, 2025, at 18:30, the Eastern Conference will face off against the Western Conference in this NBA clash. The Raptors enters as 8.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Grizzlies won, 108-100. The over/under for the upcoming game is 241.5 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, the importance of the 3-point shot to the game is widely recognized. Let's take a closer look at how teams are faring from long distance. The Raptors are currently shooting 35.2% from beyond the arc, showcasing their accuracy in 3-point shooting. Conversely, the Grizzlies are converting 37.3% of their shots from long range, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The Raptors are attempting 36% of their shots from behind the 3-point line, while the Grizzlies are choosing to take 40% of their field goal attempts from 3-point range.

Toronto Raptors

How are the Raptors playing this season?

The Raptors comes into this game with a 16-34 record, and they are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Raptors are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Raptors win their most recent game?

No, Raptors fell to the Knicks, 121-115. RJ Barrett scored 29 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Raptors

The leading scorer for the Raptors this season is RJ Barrett, who is averaging 21.6 points per game. Barrett also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 34.52. He scored 29 points on 12-for-18 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Grizzlies.

Other Team Leaders for the Raptors

Coming into the February 05th, 2025 contest, Jakob Poeltl leads the Raptors with 10.1 rebounds per game. Scottie Barnes has a team-high 6.4 assists per game. The steals leader for the Raptors is Scottie Barnes (1.4 steals per game). In terms of swatting shots, Jakob Poeltl is leading the way for the Raptors with 1.3 blocks per game.

Raptors Team Analysis

The Raptors' point differential this season is -5.1 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.3 points per game while allowing 116.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Raptors are making 11.4 shots per game, which ranks 29th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Raptors are making 15.8 per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA.

Projected Raptors Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Grizzlies, the Raptors' starting lineup consisted of Jontay Porter, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Gary Trent Jr. and Immanuel Quickley. For the upcoming matchup, the Raptors has the following injuries: Chris Boucher is questionable (illness), Bruce Brown is questionable (face) Davion Mitchell is questionable (heel), Immanuel Quickley is questionable (undisclosed) and Jamal Shead is questionable (illness).

Memphis Grizzlies

How are the Grizzlies playing this season?

The Grizzlies head this game with a 34-16 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Western Conference standings. The Grizzlies are 9-1 in their last 10 games.

Did the Grizzlies win their most recent game?

Yes, Grizzlies defeated the Spurs, 128-109. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 27 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Grizzlies

The leading scorer for the Grizzlies this season is Jaren Jackson Jr., who is averaging 23.3 points per game. Jaren Jackson Jr. also leads the team in minutes played per game with 30.07. He scored 27 points on 12-for-22 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Raptors. In the last game, scored 51.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 52.7 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Grizzlies

Zach Edey is leading the way with 7.6 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 44 points in DraftKings and 45.3 in FanDuel. Ja Morant is dishing out a team-high 7.6 assists per game. He has 52.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 50.1 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Grizzlies' leader is Marcus Smart with 1.3 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 Grizzlies is Jaren Jackson Jr., who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 51.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 52.7 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Grizzlies Team Analysis

The Grizzlies' point differential this season is 7.9 points per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA. They are averaging 123.5 points per game while allowing 115.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Grizzlies are making 14 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Grizzlies are making 18.4 per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA.

Projected Grizzlies' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Raptors, the Grizzlies' starting five were Xavier Tillman, Jaren Jackson Jr., Vince Williams, John Konchar and Luke Kennard.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Raptors and Grizzlies game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Grizzlies.

Money Line betting suggestion

Raptors are a 8.5 money line underdog for the game against the Grizzlies, and the suggestion is to pick the Grizzlies.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Raptors and Grizzlies is 241.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Raptors and Grizzlies have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.