Prediction, odds, and top NBA prop bets for Thursday, December 19, between the Warriors and Grizzlies

For Thursday’s matchup between the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies, the betting landscape is intriguing, especially with Memphis’ strong recent form and Golden State’s struggles. Here’s a summary of key points for betting on this game:

Warriors vs. Grizzlies Overview:

• Grizzlies are surging, having won eight of their last 10 games and currently sit in the No. 2 spot in the Western Conference.
• Warriors are on a slump, winning just two of their last 10 games, and are facing challenges without Steph Curry on the floor, where they have the worst offensive rating in the NBA.
• Ja Morant is questionable, and his status could have a significant impact on the game’s odds. If Morant is ruled out, it could swing the odds in the Warriors’ favor.
• Dennis Schröder’s addition might help improve the Warriors’ offense, but it remains to be seen how quickly he can make an impact.

Betting Picks & Prop Bets:

• Warriors Prop Bets:
  • Steph Curry OVER 10.5 Rebounds and Assists (+110): Curry has been hitting this prop in 70% of his games this season, averaging 11.9 combined rebounds and assists in 14 of his 20 appearances.
• Grizzlies Prop Bets:
  • Desmond Bane OVER 5.5 Rebounds (-105): Bane has grabbed 6+ rebounds in 12 of 19 games, and with Memphis ranking 2nd in the NBA in rebounding percentage, he’s likely to hit this prop again.

Prediction:

• If Ja Morant plays, Memphis is the better team right now. They’ve been dominant at home (9-4 ATS as home favorites) and are playing with much better net ratings in their last 10 games.
• The Warriors have not been great on the road recently, and despite the addition of Schröder, their struggles without Curry on the floor are tough to overlook.
• Memphis to win is the pick, but wait until Morant’s status is confirmed before making a final bet.

In terms of betting strategy, Memphis is favored but it’s a good idea to wait for Morant’s status before committing to a bet. If Morant is out, the Warriors could present more value.