Mid-term report
The Raptors are on the road, but they don't look any worse for wear. They have some cushion as they currently lead the Grizzlies 62-48.
If the Raptors keep playing like this, they will increase their record to 14-20 in no time. On the other hand, the Grizzlies will have to settle for an 11-23 record unless they turn things around (and quickly).
who plays
Toronto Raptors @ Memphis Grizzlies
Current records: Toronto 13-20, Memphis 11-22
Here's how to watch
- When: Wednesday, January 3, 2024, 8 p.m. ET
- Where: FedExForum – Memphis, Tennessee
- TV: Bally Sports Southeast Memphis
- Consequences: CBS Sports App
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket price: $4.00
What you should know
The Toronto Raptors will face the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET at FedExForum. The Raptors have insisted on making their last three games absolutely thrilling games, posting a 1-2 record in this stretch of close contests.
It was close last Monday, but Toronto got the better of Cleveland to secure a 124-121 victory. Kudos to the oddsmakers for accurately predicting both the winner and the narrow margin.
Pascal Siakam was the standout offensive player of the competition with 36 points and five rebounds. He continues to roll the dice and has surpassed his previous score in each of the last four games he has played.
Meanwhile, the Grizzlies were on a three-game losing streak, but that streak continues. On Tuesday they won against San Antonio by a score of 106-98. The win was exactly what the Grizzlies needed after a 123-92 loss in their previous game.
The Grizzlies' victory was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable points came from Ja Morant, who posted a double-double with 26 points and ten assists.
Toronto's win increased its record to 13:20. As for Memphis, their win increased their record to 11-22.
In this contest, the number of possessions will likely be an important factor: the Raptors haven't given up the ball easily this season, averaging just 12.9 turnovers per game. It's not like the Grizzlies are struggling in that regard, however, as they average just 13.8 turnovers per game. Given these competing strengths, it will be interesting to see how their clash unfolds.
The Raptors will be hoping to beat the odds on Wednesday as experts believe they are headed for a loss. Those looking to play the spread should keep Toronto's opponents in mind: They have a solid 6-3 record against the spread against Memphis in their last nine meetings.
opportunities
According to the latest NBA odds, Memphis is a slight 1-point favorite against Toronto.
The oddsmakers were exactly in line with the betting syndicate in this case, as the game started with a 1-point spread and stayed right there.
The over/under is 231 points.
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Series story
Toronto has won 7 of its last 10 games against Memphis.
- February 5, 2023 – Toronto 106 vs. Memphis 103
- December 29, 2022 – Memphis 119 vs. Toronto 106
- November 30, 2021 – Memphis 98 vs. Toronto 91
- November 24, 2021 – Toronto 126 vs. Memphis 113
- May 8, 2021 – Memphis 109 vs. Toronto 99
- February 8, 2021 – Toronto 128 vs. Memphis 113
- August 9, 2020 – Toronto 108 vs. Memphis 99
- January 19, 2019 – Toronto 119 vs. Memphis 90
- November 27, 2018 – Toronto 122 vs. Memphis 114
- February 4, 2018 – Toronto 101 vs. Memphis 86