Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction and Betting Tips | Dec. 19, 2024

The Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies matchup is one of the 13 games scheduled for Thursday. Memphis is second in the West with a 18-9 record, while Golden State is seventh in the same conference with a 14-11 record.

The two teams have met each other 107 times in the regular season, with the Warriors holding a 56-51 lead. This will be their second meeting this season after previously playing on Nov. 15, a game that Golden State won 123-118 behind Buddy Hield’s 18 points off the bench. Memphis was led by Jaren Jackson Jr.’s 32 points.

Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies game details and odds

The Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies game is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on Thursday, Dec. 19, at FedExForum. The matchup will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Memphis and NBCSBA. It can also be streamed live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

Moneyline: Warriors (+125) vs. Grizzlies (-150)

Spread: Warriors (+3) vs. Grizzlies (-3)

Total (O/U): Warriors -110 (o236) vs. Grizzlies -110 (u236)

Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies preview

The Warriors’ fall in the standings continue after a great start to the season. They were once ranked first but have gone 2-8 in the past 10 games. However, they brought in reinforcements in the form of Dennis Schroder, who is expected to make his Golden State debut on Thursday.

"I'm happy to be part of this organization," Schroder said, via NBA.com. "The chemistry I see is on a high level. I just see it as a winning organization."

It remains to be seen if Steph Curry’s new backcourt partner can switch the fortunes of a team that has run mostly cold most recently.

Memphis, meanwhile, has had the exact opposite fortune with a 8-2 record in the past 10 games. The Grizzlies struggled a bit at the start because of injuries to Ja Morant. But since his return, they have looked formidable and are 12-3 at home.

They are, however, coming off of a 116-110 loss to the LA Lakers on Sunday. Jackson Jr. had 25 points, while Morant had 20 points, seven rebounds and six assists.

Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies betting props

Steph Curry’s point total is set at 23.5, which is over his season average of 23.0 points per game. However, with three days rest and Schroder alongside him to dish out passes, bet on Curry to go over.

Ja Morant’s points total is set at 22.5. He is averaging 23.8 points in the past five games and should score at least 23 points on Thursday.

Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction

The oddsmakers slightly favor the Grizzlies at home. While the Warriors’ play should improve with the addition of Dennis Schroder, it could take some time to develop chemistry. Bet on Memphis to cover the spread in a game where the team total stays under 236 points.