LiontipsMemphis - Lakers: betting tip and bets for the NBA match
Command Analysis
Current form
Memphis now resembles a ship that has fallen into a zone of turbulence. Four defeats in the last five matches is not the best baggage before an important game. In the last match on March 28, the Grizzlies, without their main trump card, the injured Ja Morant, went to visit the leader of the West, Oklahoma. The result is 104:125, which is expected to be bleak, but not without glimmers. Jaren Jackson took the lead and brought the team 27 points, while Scotty Pippen Jr. collected a solid double-double with 17 points, ten rebounds and seven assists. However, in order to continue fighting for a place in the playoffs, the Grizzlies need stability, not glimpses. So far, they have 44 wins with 32 losses, which is fifth place in the West, but it's too early to relax.
Disqualifications and injuries
Morant is like an engine for Memphis, and without him, the team is clearly losing momentum. His hamstring continues to be in the spotlight, and his status before the match with the Lakers is still in doubt. If Morant goes out on the floor, it can seriously change the picture.
Interesting facts for betting
Memphis is averaging 113 points against the Lakers (the last ten games).
Approximate composition: Jah Morant, Desmond Bayne, Jaylen Wells, Santi Aldama, Jaren Jackson.
Current form
The Lakers are also going through hard times: four defeats in the last five matches is not the result that the fans of the Californians want to see. On March 28, the team lost to Chicago (117-119), and it was painful. Austin Reeves scored 30 points, but it wasn't enough. Luka Doncic was close to a triple-double (25 points, ten rebounds, eight assists), LeBron James added 17 points, and Jackson Hayes scored 19. But it still wasn't enough. The Lakers are currently fourth in the Western Conference (44 wins, 29 losses), but, like Memphis, their place in the top 6 is not yet guaranteed.
Disqualifications and injuries
The Lakers are approaching this match almost in full force. The only loss is Max Kleber, but he's not a key player. The main stars are in the ranks, and this should inspire confidence in the fans.
Interesting facts for betting
The Lakers are averaging 113 points against Memphis (the last 10 games).
The approximate line-up: Luka Doncic, Austin Reeves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron James, Jackson Hayes.
Trends
Doncic's Total Reboundsrateis more than 9.5
Doncic's average is 8.8 rebounds per game
1.88James' Total Assistrateis over 9.5
James' average score is 8.9 assists per match
1.88Tip and bets
Bookmakers are cautiously favoring Memphis, but there won't be an easy ride for the hosts. Both teams are eager to make the playoffs, and the fight in the Western Conference now resembles a tough fight in the octagon. The Lakers have the most powerful attacking duo, LeBron and Doncic, but teamwork leaves questions. The Grizzlies are traditionally good at home, and with Morant's return, they will receive a serious boost.
Our betting tip is for Memphis to win with a handicap of (-3.5) points, including overtime in 1.98
Bet on the total
Memphis and the Lakers love productive matches: the last 10 meetings have averaged 226 points, and in the last two – 245. Why deviate from tradition?
Our betting tip is a total of more than 239.5 points, including overtime in 2.05
The bet for the first quarter
The Lakers traditionally have a strong start against the Grizzlies, winning the first quarter in 6 of the last 8 games. But Memphis is at home and can change this scenario at the right moment.
Our betting tip is for Memphis to win in the first quarter in 1.82
