Grizzlies vs Warriors Picks and Prediction – 1/5/2025

By: David Anicetti |

Last Updated: 01/03/2025 at 8:47 PM ET

Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors 01/04/25 - NBA Picks & Predictions
Game Start: 1/5/2025, 1:30 AM UTC
Latest Odds: GS -7 ; O/U 238

Grizzlies vs Warriors Prediction

The Memphis Grizzlies will complete a back-to-back on Saturday when visiting the Golden State Warriors after playing on the road Friday night versus the Sacramento Kings. Memphis is 23-11 and first in the Southwest Division, a half-game ahead of the Houston Rockets. Memphis defeated the Phoenix Suns 117-112 on Tuesday night with Jared Jackson Jr scoring a team-best 38 points. Keep up to date with all the NBA action with our NBA previews.

Jaren Jackson Jr leads Memphis in scoring, averaging 22.1 points per game. Santi Aldama leads Memphis in rebounding, averaging 7.3 rebounds per game and Scotty Pippen is the leader in assists, averaging 5.0 per game. Memphis has six active players averaging double figures in scoring. The Grizzlies score an average of 123.2 points per game, shooting 48.2% overall and 36.8% from 3-point territory.

The Golden State Warriors look for a second consecutive victory on Saturday when hosting the Memphis Grizzlies. Golden State is 17-16 and 3rd in the Pacific Division, two games behind the first-place Los Angeles Lakers. Golden State defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 139-105 on Thursday night. Stephen Curry scored 30 points and made each of his 8 3-point attempts.

Stephen Curry leads Golden State in scoring and assists averaging 22.3 points and 6.4 assists per game. Kevon Looney is the leading rebounder, averaging 6.9 per game. Kuminga is the second-leading scorer, averaging 16.8 points per game. Golden State has five players averaging double figures in scoring. The Warriors score an average of 111.5 points per game.

Grizzlies vs Warriors Pick Analysis

Despite playing the second half of a back-to-back on Saturday when visiting Golden State, Memphis will pick up a victory on the road and cover the number. Memphis has covered the number in nine of its last 12. Golden State has failed to cover the number and five of its last six. Memphis is first in the NBA in scoring, averaging 123.3 points per game, and has the 7th best field goal shooting percentage at 48.2%. Final Score Prediction Memphis Grizzlies win and cover ATS 127-115.

Our Free NBA Pick for Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies +7