76ers vs Grizzlies Picks and Prediction – 11/21/2024

In Wednesday night NBA action, the Philadelphia 76ers will travel to the FedExForum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The 76ers (2-11) are looking to snap a four-game losing streak and are tied with Washington for the worst overall record in the league. On Sunday, Philadelphia was outscored by 19 points during the third quarter of a 106-89 road loss against Miami. 

Philadelphia rookie G Jared McCain tallied a team-high 20 points (8-16 FG), four rebounds, and four assists. Paul George missed six of seven three-point attempts and finished with 18 points. Former MVP Joel Embiid added 11 points and eight rebounds for the 76ers, who scored just 35 points in the second half. 

The Memphis Grizzlies have won five of their first eight home games and are tied for eighth place in the Western Conference standings. The Grizzlies (8-7) rank tenth in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging a shade below 120 points per contest. Last night, Memphis trailed by 11 points at halftime and missed 29 of 38 three-point attempts during a 122-110 home loss versus Denver. 

Santi Aldama led all scorers with 28 points (12-19 FG) and 11 rebounds in 33 minutes off the Memphis bench. All-Star F Jaren Jackson Jr. added 19 points (7-17 FG) and eight boards for the Grizzlies, who shot just 40 percent from the floor.

Philadelphia G Tyrese Maxey (hamstring) is listed as questionable and Memphis G Ja Morant (hip) will remain sidelined for this contest. The Grizzlies are the better offensive team and have the edge on the glass. Take Memphis to prolong Philadelphia’s woes with a home victory. Final Score Prediction, Memphis Grizzlies win 112-106.