Memphis vs Houston Prediction: Betting on the Rockets

Prediction for the NBA match between Memphis vs Houston, which will take place on December 16th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Memphis

The Grizzlies have only two games left without Ja Morant. The guard, serving a 25-game suspension, will return for the December 20 game against New Orleans. But whether this factor will improve Memphis' record is questionable. It is doubtful because the Grizzlies have been hit hard by injuries, made seemingly misguided moves in the offseason, and are currently playing according to their place in the standings. And Taylor Jenkins' team is only 13th in the Western Conference with a 6-17 record.

The last time Memphis met Houston, they failed on the road 104-117. Before that, the Grizzlies lost at home to Minnesota (103-127) and Dallas (113-120).

Houston

The Rockets just participated in the trade with Memphis in the off-season and got Dillon Brooks. They also invited experienced players like Fred VanVleet and Aaron Holiday, and Alperen Sengun reached a new level. Houston is no longer an underdog but a serious playoff contender. Ime Udoka's team is now 12-9 and in eighth place in the West.

In a recent home game against Memphis, Houston won 117-104. Second-year player Tari Eason led the way with 25 points and 14 rebounds. Jabari Smith had 20 points and ten rebounds.

Expert Betting Tips

Houston is a playoff team. Memphis is one of the big underdogs in the Western Conference. It is no coincidence that the Rockets destroyed the Grizzlies in the first two games of the season series. A third straight victory for Houston in this matchup will be no surprise. We bet on the Rockets and expect them to win by three points. Memphis is one of the worst teams in the NBA regarding perimeter defense.