Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Preview – 1/9/2025

• Date: January 9, 2025
• Venue: FedExForum

Betting Odds

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Win Probabilities

Implied Win % in sports betting represent the probability of an outcome as suggested by the betting odds. It's a way for bettors to gauge the likelihood of an event occurring based on the odds offered by sportsbooks.

Projected Win %, also known as projected win probability, is an estimate by ATS.io to determine the likelihood that a team will win a game or event. This projection is often based on various factors such as team performance, statistics, and historical data.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

The Houston Rockets (24-12) are set to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies (24-13) in a highly anticipated Thursday Night matchup at FedExForum, starting at 8:00 PM ET. This game features two divisional rivals, adding an extra layer of significance as both teams look to assert their dominance.

Despite being on the road, the Rockets enter this contest as slight favorites, with a spread of Rockets -2.0. The Moneyline reflects this sentiment, with the Rockets at -130 and the Grizzlies at +110. According to the odds, the Rockets have an implied win probability of 54%, while the Grizzlies sit at 46%.

Both teams have been playing well lately, with the Rockets winning 21 of their last 30 games and the Grizzlies securing 20 victories in the same span. The Rockets are coming off a convincing 135-112 win over the Washington Wizards, while the Grizzlies defeated the Dallas Mavericks 119-104 in their last outing.

One factor that could play a crucial role is the extra rest for the Grizzlies, who last played three days ago. This additional time off may provide an advantage, allowing players to recover and prepare for this competitive matchup.

For those interested in player prop markets, Fred VanVleet's Points and Rebounds have garnered attention, with the Over set at 21.5 (-110). Sharp bettors appear to be leaning towards the Over, suggesting they see potential value in this line.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction

Final Score: Houston Rockets 117.07 vs Memphis Grizzlies 103.57

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