The Brooklyn Nets will face the Memphis Grizzlies on February 26 (Monday) at FedExForum Arena. This will be the first encounter between the two teams this season. The last time both teams faced each other was on November 20, 2022, when the Nets scored the victory. The Grizzlies have won eight of their last 10 games since November 30, 2018. The upcoming contest will be the 54th regular-season meeting between Brooklyn and Memphis.
Preview
The Brooklyn Nets have lost their last two games and their offense has been extremely poor in both games. They were defeated by the Raptors and the Timberwolves. Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies are 2-8 in their last 10 contests. The Grizzlies played well against the powerful LA Clippers in their first game after the NBA All-Star break.
Starting lineup
The Brooklyn Nets have two players on the injury report, including Ben Simmons, who is questionable with left foot soreness. They will likely start with Mikal Bridges, Dennis Schroder, Cam Thomas, Dorian Finney-Smith and Nic Claxton. Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies have six players on the injury report, including three of their starters. They will likely start with Luke Kennard, Ziaire Williams, Vince Williams Jr., Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Betting tips & Prediction
Jaren Jackson Jr. has an over/under of 24.5 points but is projected to score only 22.6 points on Monday. He has scored at least 25 points three times in the last five games.
Mikal Bridges is projected to score 19.8 points, which is an over/under of his 20.5 points. He has scored 21 points or more only twice in his last five games. Betting on him to go over will be better.
Cam Thomas is favored to go over 19.5 points and score at least 20.9 points in the upcoming game. He has struggled in the last three games, but the Grizzlies are the ideal opponent for him to make a comeback. Bet on him to score more than 19.5 points.
The Brooklyn Nets are slight favorites to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies. They are not off to a good start under interim coach Ollie, but they have a better roster than the Grizzlies. Oddsmakers have predicted that the Nets will get the win, the Grizzlies will have to cover the spread and the total will go over.
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