NBA Odds: What About the Memphis Grizzlies?

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NBA ODDS: WHAT ABOUT THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES 

As the new NBA season approaches, several concerns are emerging for the Memphis Grizzlies that could influence the team’s NBA odds. Here’s a look at the critical uncertainties facing the franchise.

JA MORANT AND HIS CHALLENGES

Ja Morant is undoubtedly the Grizzlies’ star player. However, his off-court distractions and injuries, which have limited him over the past two seasons, have raised concerns. The situation became more complicated with the departure of De’Anthony Melton and Tyus Jones last summer, which has left the team with less depth at the point guard position.

The Grizzlies must now rely on players like 35-year-old Derrick Rose, Vince Williams Jr., and Scotty Pippen Jr. to fill those crucial minutes. If Morant misses more time, this lack of depth could severely impact their playoff aspirations and, consequently, the team’s NBA odds.

DOES MEMPHIS HAVE ENOUGH SIZE ON THE THEIR ROSTER?

Despite drafting the most significant player available, Zach Edey, the Grizzlies face concerns about size, particularly among their guards and wings. Morant and Marcus Smart’s backcourt is firm but not particularly tall. Projected small forward Desmond Bane is 6 feet 5 inches tall with a 6-foot-4 wingspan, Rose is 6 feet 3 inches, and Williams is 6 feet 4 inches. At 6 feet 5 inches, Luke Kennard does not excel in defense or rebounding, and backup center Brandon Clarke is 6 feet 8 inches. Although Edey should help improve rebounding numbers, the team must decide between playing an extensive lineup with Edey and Jaren Jackson Jr. or being very small when Edey is on the bench. Memphis will need to add more size or significantly improve their three-point shooting, which was the second-worst in the NBA last season.

With these factors in play, bettors must consider how these challenges could impact the NBA ODDS for the Memphis Grizzlies in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for updates and seize the best betting opportunities as the team faces these challenges!