Will the Rockets vs. Grizzlies matchup turn into a shootout when the two teams clash at 8:00 p.m. ET on Thursday night at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Houston Rockets (-3) at Memphis Grizzlies (+3); o/u 231
8:00 p.m. ET, Thursday, January 9, 2025
Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH
TV: ESPN
Rockets vs. Grizzlies Public Betting: Bettors Backing Houston
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 57% of public bettors are currently backing the Rockets when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Sengun amasses 26 points vs. Wizards
Alperen Sengun amassed 26 points (12-of-23 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, six assists, and two steals in 30 minutes in Tuesday’s 135-112 win over the Wizards. With Tuesday’s performance, Sengun is up to 23 double-doubles for the season, six shy of his total from the 2023-24 campaign. Due to a recent decrease in his scoring, Sengun has only been a 10th-round player in 9-cat formats over the past two weeks. However, he remains a top-50 player for the season, and nights like Tuesday will only improve Sengun’s standing among the top big men in fantasy basketball.
Jackson Jr. questionable against Houston
Jaren Jackson Jr. (left thigh soreness) is questionable for Thursday’s game against Houston. Jackson has not missed a game since making his season debut on October 26. If he cannot play on Thursday, Jake LaRavia and Jay Huff would be in line for opportunities, with the former having a greater chance of starting next to Zach Edey. While Brandon Clarke is another possibility, he does not provide the floor spacing that LaRavia does.
Rockets vs. Grizzlies NBA Prediction:
Take the over. The over has cashed in six out of the previous 10 meetings between these two teams, which includes Houston’s 128-108 victory over Memphis on October 25 of this season. The over is also 6-4 in the Rockets’ last 10 games overall and is 5-4-1 in the Grizzlies’ last 10 games. That includes the over cash in two out of Memphis’ last three games overall.
Rockets vs. Grizzlies Betting Prediction: OVER 231