Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Preview – 4/12/2024

Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Overview

• Date: April 12, 2024
• Venue: FedExForum
• Spread: Los Angeles Lakers -15.5 (-110), Memphis Grizzlies 15.5 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 226
• Moneyline: Los Angeles Lakers -1100, Memphis Grizzlies 750

Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Los Angeles Lakers - 89%
• Memphis Grizzlies - 11%

Projected Win %:

• Los Angeles Lakers - 97%
• Memphis Grizzlies - 3%

Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Game Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers (46-35) are set to take on the Memphis Grizzlies (27-53) in what promises to be an intriguing Friday Night matchup in the NBA. The game will tip off at 8:00 PM ET at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee.

The Lakers come into this game with the advantage of having three days' rest since their last outing. This extra time off could prove beneficial to their players, providing them with ample opportunity to recuperate and potentially enhancing their chances of securing a victory.

However, the Lakers face the challenge of a lengthy cross-country road trip, as they find themselves far away from home. This extended journey could pose a disadvantage and potentially hinder their performance against the Grizzlies.

Despite being on the road, the Lakers are heavily favored in this game. The current spread stands at Lakers -15.5, indicating the perceived dominance of the Lakers over the Grizzlies. The moneyline for the Lakers is -1200, suggesting a high probability of a Lakers win, while the Grizzlies' moneyline sits at +800, indicating their status as underdogs.

According to the odds, the Lakers have an implied win probability of 89%, while the Grizzlies have an implied win probability of 11%. These figures highlight the significant disparity between the two teams in terms of performance and expectations heading into the game.

In recent games, the Lakers have played solid basketball, winning 26 out of their last 40 matchups. On the other hand, the Grizzlies have struggled, losing 33 of their last 50 games. This stark contrast in form further reinforces the Lakers' status as favorites in this contest.

In their most recent outings, the Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors by a score of 134-120, while the Grizzlies suffered a defeat at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers, with a final score of 110-98.

As basketball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this clash, it will be interesting to see if the Lakers can overcome the challenges of their road trip and continue their winning ways or if the Grizzlies can defy the odds and secure an upset victory on their home court, with play-in tournament seeding at stake for Los Angeles.

Final Score Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers 123.65 vs Memphis Grizzlies 94.65

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