Significantly, Ja Morant led the way with 22 points and eight assists. Steven Adams added 16 points and 17 rebounds. Meanwhile, Desmond Bane added 16 points and eight rebounds. Tys Jones and Brandon Clarke each contributed 20 points off the bench. Unfortunately, the Grizzlies shot only 42. 2 percent from the floor.
5 (-110)Over: 233 (-110)Under: 233 (-110)How To Watch Grizzlies vs. SunsTV: Bally Sports Arizona, Ball Sports MidWest and NBAStream: NBA League PassTime: 8 PM ET/5 PM PT*Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (click for a free trial)*Why The Grizzlies Could Cover The SpreadThe Grizzlies continue to roll and are a powerhouse, despite the blimp in the radar. Markedly, Morant continues to showcase his superstar abilities with 27. 2 points per game. Bane is another option with 21. 6 points per game.
Then, there is Jaren Jackson Jr. He did not do much against the Lakers but is still one of the most versatile options on the Grizzlies. Notably, Jackson averages 16. 4 points per game. The Grizzlies also have a fourth option in Dillon Brooks, who averages 16. 1 points per game. The Grizzlies continue to score, ranking second in the NBA in points. However, they have inconsistent shooters, ranking 15th in field goal shooting percentage. The Grizzlies also rank 20th in 3-point shooting percentage. Likewise, they are 15th in free-throw shooting percentage. But the Grizzlies are the best team in the association on the boards. Significantly, Adams and his large frame helps cover that, with the Grizzlies bringing down rebounds consistently. Memphis also is decent with the rock, ranking 12th in turnovers.
They also made only 65 percent of their free throws and had 14 turnovers. On Friday, the Suns defeated the Indiana Pacers 112-107. Ultimately, Mikal Bridges led the Suns with 22 points. Josh Okogie came off the bench to deliver 24 points. Phoenix won despite shooting only 41. 8 percent from the field.
Additionally, the Grizzlies are incredible defenders, ranking second in the league in blocked shots. The Grizzlies could cover the spread if Morant and Adams control the flow of the game and win loose ball battles. Also, they must not let down late as they did against the Lakers. Why The Suns Could Cover The SpreadThe Suns are the most injury-ravaged team in the league. Unfortunately, things keep getting worse for them.
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