3rd quarter report
Only a quarter remains between the Warriors and the victory they were favored to achieve tonight. They have a bit of a lead as they currently lead the Grizzlies 93-78.
If the Warriors continue to play like this, they will reach their 10-2 record in no time. On the other hand, the Grizzlies will have to settle for a 7-6 record unless they turn things around (and quickly).
Who’s playing
Memphis Grizzlies @ Golden State Warriors
Current records: Memphis 7-5, Golden State 9-2
How to watch
- When: Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10 p.m. ET
- Or: Chase Center — San Francisco, California
- TV: ESPN
- Follow: CBS Sports app
- Online broadcast: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket cost: $105.00
What you need to know
The Memphis Grizzlies’ road trip will continue as they take on the Golden State Warriors at 10 p.m. ET on Friday at Chase Center. The Grizzlies are strutting their stuff with some offensive power as they have averaged 121.1 points per game this season.
The Grizzlies’ season wasn’t great last year, but it appears the struggles are behind us. They suffered a 128-123 hit in the loss column against the Lakers. Memphis’ loss marked the end of their three-game winning streak.
Despite their defeat, the Grizzlies saw several players rise to the challenge and make remarkable plays. Jaren Jackson Jr., who had 29 points plus seven rebounds and two steals, was perhaps the best of them all.
Meanwhile, the Warriors recorded their closest victory since February 15 on Tuesday. They bypassed the Mavericks 120-117. Kudos to the bettors for accurately predicting both the winner and the close margin.
Among those leading the charge was Stephen Curry, who nearly had a double-double with 37 points and nine assists.
The Warriors broke the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds (they are ranked second in total offensive rebounds per game). This strong performance was nothing new for the team: they have now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
Memphis’ loss dropped their record to 7-5. As for Golden State, they have performed incredibly well recently as they have won seven of their last eight games, which has given their 9-2 record a nice improvement this season.
Rebounding will likely be a big factor in this contest: the Grizzlies have been smashing the glass this season, averaging 47.3 rebounds per game (they are ranked third in total rebounds per game). However, it’s not like the Warriors (currently ranked second) are struggling in this department as they have an average of 48.4. As both teams fight to recover missed shots, we’ll see if one team can take the lead.
The Grizzlies are hoping to defy the odds on Friday as experts believe they are headed for a loss. Those interested in the spread don’t face an easy decision as they are 8-4 and Golden State is 6-1.
Odds
Golden State is a big favorite with 7.5 points against Memphis, according to the latest NBA Odds.
The line on this game has moved a lot since it opened, as it started with the Warriors as 2.5-point favorites.
The over/under is 236 points.
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History of the series
Golden State has won 6 of its last 10 games against Memphis.
- March 20, 2024 – Golden State 137 vs. Memphis 116
- February 2, 2024 – Golden State 121 vs. Memphis 101
- January 15, 2024 – Memphis 116 vs. Golden State 107
- March 18, 2023 – Memphis 133 vs. Golden State 119
- March 9, 2023 – Memphis 131 vs. Golden State 110
- January 25, 2023 – Golden State 122 vs. Memphis 120
- December 25, 2022 – Golden State 123 vs. Memphis 109
- May 13, 2022 – Golden State 110 vs. Memphis 96
- May 11, 2022 – Memphis 134 vs. Golden State 95
- May 9, 2022 – Golden State 101 vs. Memphis 98