Through 1 Quarter
The Memphis Grizzlies can’t call it a day yet, but they are winning as expected. They have jumped out to a quick 32-25 lead against the Toronto Raptors.
Memphis has enjoyed the tag-team combination of small forward Desmond Bane and power forward Jaren Jackson Jr.. The former has ten points along with two boards, while the latter has six points in addition to two rebounds. Toronto hasn’t had any offensive standouts so far with all players held to eight points or fewer.
Who’s Playing
Toronto @ Memphis
Current Records: Toronto 8-10; Memphis 9-8
What to Know
The Memphis Grizzlies will be returning home after a two-game road trip. They will take on the Toronto Raptors at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday at FedExForum. Coming off of a win even when the odds were against them, Memphis has to be feeling especially confident now that the spread is in their favor.
The Grizz can’t say they have nothing to be thankful for this Thanksgiving week. They escaped with a win on Monday against the Utah Jazz by the margin of a single free throw, 119-118. The Grizzlies’ success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but power forward Jaren Jackson Jr. led the charge as he had 26 points along with eight boards.
Meanwhile, the matchup between Toronto and the Golden State Warriors on Sunday was not particularly close, with the Raptors falling 119-104. One thing holding Toronto back was the mediocre play of shooting guard Gary Trent Jr., who did not have his best game: he played for 28 minutes with 3-for-16 shooting.
Memphis’ victory brought them up to 9-8 while Toronto’s defeat pulled them down to 8-10. Two stats to keep in the back of your head while watching: The Grizzlies come into the game boasting the second most steals per game in the league at 9.82. But the Raptors rank second in the league when it comes to steals given up per game, with only 6.6 on average. Ball control might end up being a major factor in this one.
How To Watch
- When: Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET
- Where: FedExForum — Memphis, Tennessee
- TV: The Sports Network
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $6.00
Odds
The Grizzlies are a 3.5-point favorite against the Raptors, according to the latest NBA odds.
The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 3.5-point spread, and stayed right there.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Toronto have won nine out of their last 11 games against Memphis.
- May 08, 2021 – Memphis 109 vs. Toronto 99
- Feb 08, 2021 – Toronto 128 vs. Memphis 113
- Aug 09, 2020 – Toronto 108 vs. Memphis 99
- Jan 19, 2019 – Toronto 119 vs. Memphis 90
- Nov 27, 2018 – Toronto 122 vs. Memphis 114
- Feb 04, 2018 – Toronto 101 vs. Memphis 86
- Dec 08, 2017 – Toronto 116 vs. Memphis 107
- Jan 25, 2017 – Memphis 101 vs. Toronto 99
- Nov 30, 2016 – Toronto 120 vs. Memphis 105
- Apr 01, 2016 – Toronto 99 vs. Memphis 95
- Feb 21, 2016 – Toronto 98 vs. Memphis 85
Injury Report for Memphis
- Dillon Brooks: Game-Time Decision (Hamstring)
- De’Anthony Melton: Out (Groin)
- Sam Merrill: Out (Ankle)
Injury Report for Toronto
- Khem Birch: Out (Knee)
- OG Anunoby: Out (Hip)
