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Free NBA betting picks, odds, and predictions for the Grizzlies vs. Lakers on 4/26/2023. Our best bets and top NBA picks for money lines, over/unders, and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Memphis Grizzlies, another article in our weekly series of free NBA betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NBA betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, April 26th.
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Today's Betting Overview - Lakers @ Grizzlies
The Lakers take on the Grizzlies on Wednesday, April 26th at FedExForum, Memphis. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers (43-39) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (51-31)
- Date: Wednesday, April 26th
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Venue: FedExForum
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Lakers & Grizzlies Key Injuries
Lakers
- Anthony Davis (Probable) Foot
- LeBron James (Probable) Foot
- Dennis Schröder (Probable) Achilles
Grizzlies
- Steven Adams (Out) Knee
- Brandon Clarke (Out) Achilles
- Jake LaRavia (Out) Calf
Los Angeles Lakers - NBA Betting Analysis
After taking down the Grizzlies by a score of 117-111, the Lakers are riding a two-game win streak. Austin Reaves led the way in scoring with 23 points. Not only did Los Angeles win the game, but they also covered the spread as 4.5-point favorites.
With the win, the team has moved to 43-39, placing them 7th in the Western Conference. So far this season, they have gone 23-18 at home and 20-21 on the road. The Lakers have a two-game win streak against the spread and have an overall ATS mark of 43-41.
The Lakers come into today's matchup as one of the top-scoring teams in the league at 117.2 points per game (9th). However, their production has slowed down of late, averaging just 111 points per game over their last five contests. Los Angeles has used pace to their advantage this season, averaging 101.8 possessions per game, which is the 4th most in the league. This up-tempo style has made up for a three-point field goal percentage of 34.6% (34th). In terms of getting to the free-throw line, the Lakers are 4th in the NBA in attempts while connecting at a rate of 77.5%.
Defensively, the Lakers come into the game with a field goal percentage allowed of 47.1% (8th). Overall, Los Angeles' defense is giving up an average of 115.1 points per game, ranking 19th in the NBA. Despite their struggles on the defensive glass, ranking 23rd in defensive rebounds per game, they are forcing turnovers at a high clip, averaging 13.5 per game, which puts them at 6th in the league.
Memphis Grizzlies - NBA Betting Analysis
The Grizzlies enter today's game having lost two straight, including a 117-111 loss to the Lakers. Desmond Bane led the team in scoring with 36 points on 44.8% shooting. Going into the game, oddsmakers had Memphis as the 4.5-point underdog, resulting in an ATS loss for the team.
Now, the Grizzlies' overall record sits at 51-31, placing them 2nd in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 35-6 and 16-25 on the road. The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in 2 straight games and have an overall ATS record of 38-46.
Currently, the Grizzlies are ranked 13th among all NBA teams with an average of 116.9 points per game. However, if their recent performance is any indication, they may drop in the rankings soon. Over their last five games, they have averaged just 105 points per contest. The Grizzlies have preferred an up-tempo style this season, but their offensive production has been hindered by their three-point shooting. They rank 12th in pace with an average of 100.9 possessions per game but have only hit 35.1% of their three-pointers (31st). In terms of free-throw shooting, they rank 20th in attempts and 3rd in shooting percentage.
Memphis' defense will take the court ranked 19th in the league at 115.1 points per game. Despite their struggles on the defensive glass, ranking 35.6 in defensive rebounds per contest, and generating turnovers at a below-average rate of 12.9 per game, the unit has managed to maintain league-average numbers. So far, opponents have shot 47.1% from the field and 35.4% from beyond the arc.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Lakers vs. Grizzlies
Today's matchup will be the 7th game of the season between the Lakers and Grizzlies. So far, the Lakers have the leg up in the series 5-2. In the most recent game between the two teams, the Lakers won by a score of 117-111, along with covering the spread as 4.5-point favorites. The over/under line going into the game was 223.5 points which the teams exceeded.
In the Lakers' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight-up record of 5-0 while going 5-0 against the spread. Across their last three road games, they are 1-2 ATS and 1-2 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 7-3 with an average of 233 points per contest.
Across Memphis' last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 1-4 straight-up. As the favorite, the Grizzlies are 2-1 straight up on an average scoring differential of -2 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 1-2. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 230 points per game and an over/under mark of 5-5.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: LAL +4.5
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 222.5
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