Grizzlies vs. Nuggets Prediction, Betting Pick and Latest Odds
The injury-riddled Grizzlies and Nuggets meet on Tuesday night in a Western Conference matchup. Handicapper Matt McCuen breaks down what we can expect to see and tells us his best bet according to his Grizzlies vs. Nuggets prediction
Matt McCuen - November 19, 2024, 5:07 PM EST
3 minGrizzlies vs. Nuggets Prediction, Betting Pick and Latest Odds
The Denver Nuggets and the Memphis Grizzlies meet for a Western Conference affair tonight in what should be a closely contested game.
Ja Morant has looked back to his old self this season and it's gone a long way into producing a solid start for Memphis. As for the Nuggets, it's been a tale of two teams. With Nikola Jokic on the floor, they look like world-beaters. When Jokic comes off, they look like they've forgotten how to play basketball.
So, what can we expect tonight? I break down each team and how I think this one will play out.
Denver Nuggets vs. Memphis Grizzlies Odds
Denver Nuggets vs. Memphis Grizzlies Date, Time and Where To Watch
- Date: November 19, 2024
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Where To Watch: NBA League Pass
Denver Nuggets vs. Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
Denver begins the contest with a 7-5 record. That record places the Nuggets sixth in the Western Conference. After winning the NBA finals in 2023, the Nuggets fell short of a repeat last season.
Denver enters the 2024-2025 season as one of the betting favorites to claim their second NBA Championship over the last three seasons.
Head Coach Michael Malone has done great with this Nuggets team since taking over.Malone is confident his team is good enough to go on another run this season.
Denver lost 105-90 on Sunday against the Grizzlies. The Nuggets will attempt to snap its two-game losing streak tonight.
Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic has 29.7 points per game, 13.7 rebounds, and 11.7 assists. Michael Porter Jr is off to a solid start this season with 17.8 points and 6.6 rebounds. Jamal Murray has added 17.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game.
Denver has averaged 116.1 points per game.
The Grizzlies roll into this matchup with an 8-6 record. After a horrific season a year ago, the Grizzlies rebounded nicely early.
Memphis played to a record of 27-55 last season. That record was the worst for the Grizzlies since 2017.
Before the poor season, Memphis had reached the playoffs for three consecutive seasons. Memphis has lost two of its last three games.
Jaren Jackson Jr. leads the team with 23.1 points per game. Ja Morant has been hot to start this season, averaging 20.6 points per game and 9.1 assists, which leads the team. Desmond Bane has added 17.6 points per game and 6.3 rebounds. Rookie Zach Edey has added 11.1 points and a team-leading 6.9 rebounds.
Memphis has averaged 119.7 points per game.
Denver Nuggets vs. Memphis Grizzlies Pick
- Pick: Nuggets/Grizzlies Under 228 (-110)
Both teams are dealing with critical injuries tonight and those injuries will limit the offenses on both sides.
Denver has struggled on offense lately, averaging 102.0 points per game over the last three games. The pace of this contest will favor the under tonight.
