Phoenix Suns vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 07/01/2024, 07:30  by Devesh Jaganath in NBA Predictions

The Memphis Grizzlies pay a visit to the Footprint Center to face the Phoenix Suns in the NBA on Sunday night. The hosts are 19-16 and eighth in the Western Conference, while the visitors are 12-23 and in 13th place. 

The Memphis Grizzlies have been decent recently, winning six of their last 10 games, and they aim to continue their positive momentum after a convincing 127-113 road victory against the struggling Lakers on Friday. Jaren Jackson Jr. played a pivotal role, leading the team with 31 points on an efficient 11-of-14 shooting, while Marcus Smart contributed 29 points. Despite being the NBA's lowest-scoring offense, averaging 107.4 points per game, Memphis faces the 14th-ranked defense in the league, represented by the Phoenix Suns (113.6 points allowed per game). On the defensive end, the Grizzlies have been more reliable, allowing an average of 113.4 points per game, placing them 13th in the league. Derrick Rose, Vince Williams Jr, Brandon Clarke, Steven Adams, and Ja Morant are doubts for this match. 

Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns have been in excellent form, winning five of their last six games, and will be determined to maintain their momentum after a convincing 113-97 victory against the Miami Heat on Friday. Grayson Allen led the team with an impressive 31 points, while Bradley Beal contributed 25 points along with nine assists. The Suns' offense, averaging 115.4 points per game, faces a Grizzlies defense that allows an average of 113.4 points. Phoenix, ranked 14th in points allowed per game (113.6), have demonstrated solid defensive effort by holding opponents to 46.3% shooting overall (10th) and 36.4% shooting from 3-point territory (13th). The Suns may face uncertainties in player availability, with Kevin Durant listed as questionable, along with Nasir Little, Damion Lee, and Eric Gordon.