The Cleveland Cavaliers are hosting the Memphis Grizzlies in a battle between two of the league’s best. The Cavs are coming off a dominating win over the New York Knicks, 142-105. They are also riding a six-game winning streak into this game. As for the Grizz, they are coming off a one-point win over the Orlando Magic 105-104. With these being two of the best teams in the NBA, record-wise, this should be an excellent game. Let’s dive into this game and cook up another winning slip!
Memphis Grizzles vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Memphis Grizzlies | +5.5 (-110) | Over 249.5 (-108) | +180 |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | -5.5 (-110) | Under 249.5 (-112) | -218 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Match Details
- Fixture: Memphis Grizzlies @ Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date and Time: February 23rd, 2025 @ 7 PM EST
Key Stats
Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzles are coming off a narrow one-point win over the Orlando Magic, 105-104. Brandon Clarke was great in the win, finishing with a double-double, 13 points and 11 rebounds. Ja Morant was solid despite his inefficiencies, scoring 23 points while shooting 10-24 from the floor. Jaren Jackson Jr. was poor in the win with 16 points, four rebounds, three blocks, and shot 3/13 from the floor, including 0/6 from three. With a record of 37-19 on the season, the Grizzlies are currently in 2nd place in the Western Conference.
The Grizzlies are an excellent defensive team. They are ranked 22nd in points allowed per game, 3rd in opponent field goal %, 5th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 3rd in blocks per game, 6th in steals per game, 1st in rebounds per game, and 7th in defensive rating. In terms of injuries, there isn’t anyone listed as questionable or out for this game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Grizzlies have a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. Memphis also has a record of 4-6-0 against the spread in that stretch as well.
Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a dominating win against the New York Knicks, 142-105. Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points in 26 minutes while shooting 10/15 from the floor, including 5/7 from three. Evan Mobley was also great, with 21 points, eight rebounds, four assists, four stocks, 9/11 from the floor, and a +23 when he was on the floor. Ty Jerome was awesome off the bench, with 19 points and two steals in 19 minutes. He also shot a very efficient 7/11 from the floor. With a record of 46-10, the Cavs sit in 1st place in the Eastern Conference.
The Cavs are an above-average defensive team. They are ranked 9th in points allowed per game, 5th in opponent field goal %, 19th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 26th in blocks per game, 11th in steals per game, 11th in rebounds per game, and 8th in defensive rating. Regarding injuries, there are a few to monitor. Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen are questionable for this game against the Grizzlies. The Cleveland Cavaliers have a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including winners of six in a row. In the same timeframe, they have a record of 6-3-1 against the spread.
Prediction
The Cleveland Cavaliers are going to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies and cover the 5.5-point spread in this game. The Cavs are almost unbeatable at home, with a record of 26-4 at home. Cleveland is also one of the best offenses in the NBA. They rank in the top five in points per game, field goal %, 3-point field goal %, assists per game, and turnovers per game. This will be an epic game that will be close throughout most of it. However, the Cavs will pull away late in the 3rd quarter and never look back. The Cleveland Cavaliers win and cover the spread in this game.
Final Pick
Cleveland Cavaliers -5.5 (-110)
