Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns Prediction, Preview, and Odds
The Memphis Grizzlies and Phoenix Suns are set to clash in an exciting matchup on Friday, November 24, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET at the FedEx Forum (Memphis). Here’s a comprehensive preview of the game, including betting odds, and a game prediction.
- Date: Friday, November 24, 2023
- Time: 5:00 PM ET
- Location: FedExForum (Memphis)
- TV: Bally Sports Florida
- Radio: 96.5 FM The Buzz
- Online: NBA League Pass
Match Prediction Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns
The Grizzlies are the clear favorite in this game, and for good reason. They are a much more talented team than the Suns, and they have been playing much better basketball lately. The Suns are struggling without Devin Booker, and they will likely have a tough time keeping up with the Grizzlies’ potent offense. I expect the Grizzlies to win this game by a comfortable margin.
Grizzlies 116, Suns 102
Head to Head
| Season | Memphis Grizzlies | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 4-2 | 2-4 |
| 2021-22 | 4-3 | 3-4 |
| 2020-21 | 3-2 | 2-3 |
| 2019-20 | 2-3 | 3-2 |
Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies are currently second in the Western Conference with a 19-10 record, while the Phoenix Suns are 11th with a 10-19 record. Despite the contrasting records, the Suns have a slight advantage in head-to-head matchups, as the Grizzlies are 3-2 in the last five meetings.
The Grizzlies are led by Ja Morant, who is averaging 27.6 points and 8.2 assists per game. They also have a strong supporting cast in Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Dillon Brooks. The Suns are led by Chris Paul, who is averaging 13.8 points and 8.9 assists per game. They also have a promising young player in Mikal Bridges, who is averaging 15.0 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.
The Grizzlies have won six of their last eight games, while the Suns have lost six of their last eight. Also, the Grizzlies have gone 12-5 straight up at home this season, while the Suns have gone 5-7 straight up away.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns Odds
- Moneyline: Memphis Grizzlies -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Phoenix Suns +325 (bet $100 to win $325)
- Against the Spread: Memphis Grizzlies -9.5 (-105) | Phoenix Suns +9.5 (-115)
- Over/Under: 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
FAQs for Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns
How popular is the Memphis Grizzlies?
The Grizzlies currently play their home games at the FedExForum arena in downtown Memphis. During the 2021/22 NBA season, the average regular season home attendance for a Grizzlies game was 15,775 and total attendance for that season amounted to 646,785.
What is the record for the Suns vs Grizzlies series?
The Memphis Grizzlies have a record of 42-60 versus the Suns all-time.
Why is Memphis the Grizzlies?
The Vancouver Grizzlies applied to the NBA to relocate to Memphis, Tennessee on March 26, 2001, which was granted on July 3 leaving the Toronto Raptors as the only Canadian basketball team in the NBA. The team relocated following the 2000–01 season and was renamed the Memphis Grizzlies.
What year did the Suns win?
Recent News. Phoenix Suns is an American professional basketball team based in Phoenix. Established in 1968, the Suns play in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and have won three Western Conference titles (1976, 1993, and 2021).
Who owns the Memphis Grizzlies?
Robert J. Pera (born March 10, 1978) is the founder of Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. a global communications technology company that Pera took public in 2011. In October 2012, Pera also became the owner of the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.
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Conclusion
The Grizzlies are the clear favorites in this game, and for good reason. They are a much more talented team than the Suns, and they have been playing much better basketball lately. The Suns have been struggling without Devin Booker, and they will likely have a tough time keeping up with the Grizzlies’ high-powered offense. I expect the Grizzlies to win this game by a comfortable margin.
