Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers are 3rd in the Pacific Division and 7th in the Western Conference. Their record in the 2024-25 NBA season is 6-4. In their last game against the Raptors, the Lakers won by 20 points (123-103). LeBron James recorded his second straight triple-double, and Anthony Davis scored 22 points before leaving with an eye injury in the third quarter.  

Davis was hit in the face by an opponent's hand while blocking a dunk attempt and ruled out after going to the locker room. James had 19 points, a season-high 16 assists, and 10 rebounds in his third triple-double already this season and the 115th of his career. Austin Reaves scored 27 points for the Lakers, who improved to 5-0 at home. 

At 6-4, they have a winning record through 10 games for the first time in four seasons, but Davis' latest injury raises concerns. After trailing early, the Lakers finished the third quarter on a strong run and took the lead for good on a rookie's 3-pointer.

For the upcoming match against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Lakers will likely emphasize perimeter scoring and pace control to challenge Memphis's interior defense. With Anthony Davis healthy, the Lakers can dominate the paint. They'd aim to exploit Memphis's defense by scoring inside, drawing fouls, and securing offensive rebounds. Keeping turnovers low will minimize fast-break chances for the Grizzlies, ensuring the Lakers stay in control of the game flow. Slowing down Memphis's fast break could limit the Grizzlies' transition offense.

Defensively, assigning strong perimeter defenders to contain Memphis's outside shooters, while Davis protects the rim, would be essential to controlling the Grizzlies' scoring options. The Lakers on average score 116.6 points per game, shoot 47.7% from the field (ranked 8th in the league), and 35.4% from the arc (ranked 17th in the league). They average 40.6 rebounds per game (ranked 27th in the season).

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Memphis Grizzlies

The Grizzlies are 2nd in the South-west division and 6th in the Western Conference. The record of the Grizzlies in the 2024-25 NBA season is 7-4.In their recent matchup against Trailblazers, they Won by 45 points (134-89). Jaren Jackson Jr. had 20 points and seven rebounds.Jake LaRavia added 18 points off the bench for the Grizzlies, who led by as many as 45 points and has won five of their last six games. 

Memphis was missing Ja Morant, who is day-to-day with an injured right hip, and Marcus Smart and Desmond Bane.The Grizzlies jumped out to a 31-17 lead after the first quarter and led by as many as 25 in the first half. The Grizzlies went into the game leading the league in points in the paint with 60.8. They had 58 against the Blazers. Memphis' 5-foot-8 Rookie Yuki Kawamura came into the game in the fourth quarter to applause from the Blazers fans.In the opening quarter Edey boxed out Clingan and popped out the rebound to Scotty Pippen Jr.,who made the 3-pointer to put the Grizzlies up 29-11 and the rout was on.

For the upcoming match against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Memphis Grizzlies will likely Physical Defense in the Paint,The Grizzlies would prioritize strong rim protection, using players like Jaren Jackson Jr. to contest shots and limit Anthony Davis’s effectiveness inside. Defensive rebounding would also be key to minimize the Lakers’ second-chance points. Taking care of the ball is crucial, as turnovers could lead to easy points for the Lakers in transition. Keeping possessions efficient and under control would help Memphis stay competitive throughout the game.

Offensively,Memphis could use their young, athletic roster to push the pace and exploit the Lakers in transition. This would involve creating fast-break opportunities, especially when LeBron James rests.To avoid challenging the Lakers’ interior defense, the Grizzlies would aim to space the floor with shooters, creating open looks from three-point range. If Memphis can hit outside shots consistently, it would stretch the Lakers’ defense and open driving lanes.

The Grizzlies on average score 117.1 points per game they score 48.6% from the field and are ranked 4th in the league , and 34.4% from the arc and are ranked 19th in the league. Rebounds per Game:- 47 and Ranked 7th in season.

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Last season, the Grizzlies covered the spread in 39 of their 82 games. Their games went over 233 points, the total for their current matchup, 16 times. On average, the Grizzlies scored 220.7 points per game last season, which is 12.3 points lower than the total for this game. The Lakers covered the spread in 38 of their 82 games last season. 59 of their games went over 222.5 points.

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