Grizzlies vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 16, 2023, 1:10AM | Published: Dec 15, 2023, 1:23AM
The Memphis Grizzlies will play the Houston Rockets in NBA action at FedExForum on Saturday, starting at 12:00pm AEDT.
With star players Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson and Derrick Rose, the Grizzlies are up against a Rockets line-up that includes Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Grizzlies vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Grizzlies vs Rockets
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Memphis-Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Rockets a 59% chance of beating the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
More: Grizzlies vs Rockets Match Centre
Grizzlies vs Rockets: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at FedExForum are listed below:
- Head to Head: Grizzlies $2.20, Rockets $1.75
- Line: Grizzlies +3 ($1.91), Rockets -3 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 212.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $2.00
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, PointsBet currently has the Grizzlies at $2.20. Meanwhile, Betfair currently has the Rockets at $1.75.
The Grizzlies are 3-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 currently available at Betfair.
For the favourite Rockets (-3) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for Grizzlies vs Rockets sits at 212.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Rockets (-3) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the 212.5-point Over/Under is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Grizzlies vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.75 with Betfair (59% probability) 🔥
- Line: Rockets -3 at $2.02 with Betfair (51% probability)
- Total Points: Under 212.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (50% probability)
Every time you see a 🔥, that means you've found one of Stats Insider's best bets of the day across any sport.
Stats Insider's Grizzlies vs Rockets best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Grizzlies vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Grizzlies vs Rockets at FedExForum this Saturday has the Rockets winning 107-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Stats Insider has full coverage of Memphis vs Houston on Saturday, including pre-game predictions, free betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Grizzlies vs Rockets: Player Props
Looking for Houston vs Memphis player props? Stats Insider uses the best information available to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Desmond Bane is expected to lead the way for the Grizzlies with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Fred VanVleet is projected to finish with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the Rockets.
Grizzlies Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desmond Bane | 24 | 5 | 5 |
| Jaren Jackson | 23 | 7 | 2 |
| Derrick Rose | 12 | 3 | 4 |
| David Roddy | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Santi Aldama | 9 | 5 | 2 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fred VanVleet | 20 | 5 | 9 |
| Jalen Green | 18 | 3 | 4 |
| Alperen Sengun | 17 | 10 | 5 |
| Jabari Smith | 14 | 8 | 2 |
| Dillon Brooks | 14 | 3 | 3 |
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Grizzlies vs Rockets: Preview
The NBA game between the Grizzlies and Rockets at FedExForum is scheduled to begin at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Saturday 16 December 2023
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: FedExForum
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Memphis vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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