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The Memphis Grizzlies (44-21) visit Toyota Center Sunday to take on the Houston Rockets (15-48). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Grizzlies vs. Rockets odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.
The Grizzlies have jumped over the Golden State Warriors for second place in the Western Conference following a 124-96 home win over the Orlando Magic as 16-point favorites Saturday. They are 7-3 against the spread (ATS) over their last 10 games.
Memphis ranks third in points per game (114) and 14th in opponents’ points per game (109). The Grizzlies’ 22-11 road record is the second-best in the West.
The Rockets are just 8-21 at home this season and have covered just three times in their last 10 games. It’s been several tough weeks for Houston as it is just 4-12 ATS over its last 16 outings.
Houston has the worst defense in the NBA and allows the 30th most points per game (118).
Grizzlies at Rockets odds, spread and lines
Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:33 a.m. ET.
- Money line: Grizzlies -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Rockets +470 (bet $100 to win $470)
- Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -10.5 (-108) | Rockets +10.5 (-112)
- Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)
Grizzlies at Rockets key injuries
Grizzlies (not officially submitted)
- G Dillon Brooks (ankle) out
Rockets
- G Dennis Schroder (ankle) questionable