Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction and Betting Tips

The Toronto Raptors and Memphis Grizzlies matchup is one of nine games scheduled for Thursday. Toronto is 14th in the East with a 7-23 record, while Memphis is third in the West with a 20-10 record.

The two teams have faced off 56 times in the regular season, with Toronto holding a narrow 29-27 lead. This will be their first meeting this season. Last season, they met twice and split the series. Their most recent game was on Jan. 22, when the Grizzlies won 108-100 behind Jaren Jackson Jr.’s 27 points. RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 29 points and nine rebounds.

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies game details and odds

The Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies game is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on Thur., Dec. 26, at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. The matchup will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Memphis and SN. Fans can also stream it live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

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Moneyline: Raptors (+525) vs. Grizzlies (-750)

Spread: Raptors (+12.5) vs. Grizzlies (-12.5)

Total (O/U): Raptors -110 (o239) vs. Grizzlies -110 (u239)

Editor's note: The odds may change closer to the game. The listed odds reflect the information available at the time of writing.

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies preview

The Raptors are on a league-leading eight-game losing streak and are unlikely to break out of it on Thursday. They have the league's worst road record at 1-13. Toronto is coming off a 139-125 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday, where Scottie Barnes led with 24 points and eight assists, and RJ Barrett added 23 points, six assists and six rebounds.

Memphis, meanwhile, is coming off a 114-110 loss to the LA Clippers on the same day. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the team in scoring with 24 points, while Ja Morant and Desmond Bane contributed 23 and 21 points, respectively.

After a tough season in 2023-24, the Grizzlies have bounced back in commanding fashion, winning seven of their past 10 games. They have also been strong at home, boasting a 13-4 record.

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies betting props

RJ Barrett’s point total is set at 22.5. He averages 23.5 points on the season and has scored 23 points or more in three of his past five games. One could bet on the over here.

Ja Morant’s points total is set at 22.5. After a season derailed by injuries and suspensions, Morant is truly back. While he averages just 21.3 points on the season, he seems poised for a breakthrough game against the Raptors.

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction

The oddsmakers heavily favor the Grizzlies to win at home, making it unlikely for Toronto to end its losing streak. Memphis is expected to cover the spread in a lopsided victory. While this game should be high-scoring, the teams' total is anticipated to remain under 239 points.

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Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction and Betting Tips | Dec. 26, 2024

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies game details and odds

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies preview

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies betting props

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction