Memphis Grizzlies vs. Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Portland Trail Blazers will host the winless Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night to kick off the NBA in-season tournament. Can the Grizzlies finally pick up their first victory after an 0-5 start? Matt McCuen gives his thoughts and prediction for Grizzlies vs. Trail Blazers.
Matt McCuen - November 3, 2023, 1:08 PM EDT
5 minMemphis Grizzlies vs. Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Memphis Grizzlies and the Portland Trail Blazers will duel things out from Rip City.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs. Portland Trail Blazers Prediction
Memphis is the only team in the NBA that has still not won this season.
The Grizzlies represent a record of 0-5.
They have been without superstar Ja Morant, who is serving a suspension.
The team will also be without starting center Steven Adams for the year.
Desmond Bane is the best player left on the roster. Bane leads the team, averaging 24.6 points per game.
Big man Jaren Jackson Jr. is one of the best defensive players in basketball. The former Michigan State standout is averaging 18.8 points per game.
Marcus Smart, who was added via trade, is averaging 16.0 points per game.
Portland will start play with a record of 2-3.
The Blazers have been without their star, Anfernee Simons, for the last four games.
Portland has a new look roster after they moved on from star Damian Lillard.
Shaedon Sharpe has led the team in scoring, averaging 20.2 points per game.
Veteran Malcolm Brogdon ranks second on the team in scoring, averaging 18.2 points per game.
Portland will also be without second-overall pick Scoot Henderson tonight as he deals with an injury.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Portland Trail Blazers Pick
Memphis could not be more due, and tonight is a good spot.
Portland is banged up entering play, and they are not deep enough to keep up in this game.
The Grizzlies are much better than their record indicates, and they will take care of business tonight.
Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2 -130 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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