San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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San Antonio Spurs

With their recent loss at the hands of the Memphis Grizzlies, the San Antonio Spurs have fallen below the .500% winning percentage. The Spurs currently hold a 19-20 record in the Western Conference and are seeded 12th though they have the same record as the 11th seeded Phoenix Suns and look to make it to the play-ins this season . This Texan side currently resides as 4th in the SouthWest Division with the likes of Houston, Memphis and Dallas ahead of them. They started the season losing to their Lone Star State arch-rivals, Dallas Mavericks. The next spate of games played against the Houston Rockets yielded a split decision losing one and winning the other. 

The Spurs statistically are quite balanced, the team averages 111.7 points per game which is the 16th best record in the league. Defensively they conceded a similar 111.5 points per game which is the 13th-best defense this season. Furthermore, the side also averages 45.6 rebounds (6th overall) and 28.5 assists (7th overall). Frenchman Victor Wembanyama has been the team’s brightest light this season as he averages 24.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, and a whopping 4 blocks per game. Currently Wembanyama has 5 games with 8 or more blocks. Summer recruit Chris Paul has also been contributing to the team as he leads the team in assists and steals. San Antonio rookie Stephon Castle had a season high 26 points. In the absence of their head coach Gregg Popovich, who suffered a mild stroke in November, Mitch Johnson has taken over as the Interim head coach.

On the injury front, the Spurs currently have Jeremyy Sochan due to an issue in his back ruled out. He is followed by Riley Minix who will miss the remainder of the season with a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The team should consist of Chris Paul as the point guard, Devin Vassell as the shooting guard, Stephon Castle as the small forward, Harrison Barnes as the power forward, and Victor Wembanyama as the center.

Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies are beginning to close in on the Houston Rockets. The Tennessee side are currently ranked 3rd in the Western Conference, sitting 2 games behind the Houston Rockets. In terms of record the Grizzlies have a 26-15 record and a win could see them catch up on their Southwest Division rivals. 

Ja Morant’s 21 points, 12 assists performance carries the Memphis Grizzlies past Wembanyama and the Spurs before they face them again on Saturday. Memphis outscored the Spurs 78-52 in the final two quarters, a game which finished 129-115. The team averages about 48.1 rebounds,  ranking them 2nd best in the league and 29.5 assists ranking them 3rd in the league. The Memphis Grizzlies score 123 points per game making them the best offensive team overall. On the contrary their defence has been abysmal, allowing opponents to score at ease at an average of 115.2 points per game ranking them 21st in the league. This stat needs to improve if they want to overthrow the Houston Rockets for the 2nd seed. Ja Morant has begun to find his rhythm making the Grizzlies even more dangerous. 

The team continues to face injuries problems with players: Vince Williams Jr., GG Jackson II, Cam Spencer, and Marcus Smart all injured. Although they have important members missing, the Grizzlies' starting five still is very good and strong. Represented by Ja Morant at Point Guard, Desmond Bane at Shooting Guard, Jaylen Wells at Small Forward, Jaren Jackson Jr. at Power Forward, and Zach Edey as the Center

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San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies Match Prediction & Analysis

As the two Southwest Division teams go head to head on Saturday, The San Antonio Spurs will host the Memphis Grizzlies again. The Spurs will be in search of a sweet revenge against the growing Grizzlies team. The Spurs have been good at home with a 12-9 record while the Memphis Grizzlies have a 11-10 record on the road. On the ATS record, Spurs sit at a positive 20-19-0 and a 51.3% cover while the Grizzlies sit high with a 27-14-0 on a 65.9% cover ranking them 3rd overall.

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SAN ANTONIO SPURS vs MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES
Winning Prediction

The rematch between the two Southwest Division teams will be more interesting than it sounds. With Wemby managing to score just 13 points, he will be hungry for a big game come Saturday. The Memphis Grizzlies do have the upper hand, however this matchup in Texas can cause an upset for the 3rd seeded Grizzlies side. 

San Antonio Spurs to Win!

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