Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 9, 2025

The Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies matchup is one of the eight games scheduled for Thursday. They have been two of the best Western Conference teams this season. Houston is second with a 24-12 record, while Memphis is third with a 24-13 record.

The two teams have played each other 115 times, with the Rockets holding a 68-47 lead. This will be their second game this season. Houston defeated Memphis 128-108 on Oct. 25 behind Jalen Green’s 22 points. Memphis was led by Ja Morant’s 24 points.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies game details and odds

The Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies game is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on Thursday, Jan. 9, at FedExForum. The matchup will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Memphis and Space City Home Network. Fans can also stream it live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.

Moneyline: Rockets (-130) vs. Grizzlies (+110)

Spread: Rockets (-2) vs. Grizzlies (+2)

Total (O/U): Rockets -110 (o233.5) vs. Grizzlies -110 (u233.5)

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

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies preview

The Rockets are on a two-game win streak and have won seven of their past 10 games. They are 11-6 on the road. Houston is coming off of a 135-112 blowout win against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.

Jalen Green led the team in scoring with 29 points, while Alperen Sengun (26 points and 10 rebounds), Fred VanVleet (19 points and 12 assists) and Amen Thompson (20 points and 15 rebounds) had double-doubles.

Memphis is coming off of a 119-104 win against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday. Jaren Jackson Jr. had 35 points and 13 rebounds, while Scotty Pippen Jr. chipped in with 18 points.

Monday’s win snapped a two-game losing streak for the Grizzlies, as the team navigates a tricky time with injuries to Ja Morant and Marcus Smart. While Morant is questionable for Thursday's game, Smart is out.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies betting props

Jalen Green’s points total is set at 23.5, which is over his season average of 20.3 points. He has, however, scored 27 points or more in each of the past three games. Bet on Green to keep the hot streak going.

Jaren Jackson Jr.’s points total is set at 21.5. This is under his season average of 22.7 points, and with Morant still questionable, Jackson should have another great outing Thursday.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction

The Rockets are slightly favored for the game despite being on the road. Memphis’ injury concerns are a key reason why the oddsmakers favor Houston. If Morant can’t play, Houston should cover the spread for a win in a high-scoring game where the team total should go past 233.5 points.