Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NBA match.
The Miami Heat delivered an impressive display last night against the Boston Celtics, cruising to a 124:103 win that stretched their winning streak to six games. The team is playing their best basketball of the season, although bookmakers remain reserved about their prospects against the Memphis Grizzlies, who currently occupy sixth place in the Western Conference standings.
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat have been inconsistent throughout the campaign, alternating between extended slumps and resurgent stretches. After enduring a dreadful run of ten consecutive defeats, the squad is now enjoying a strong upturn in form. Their offensive efficiency has seen a major boost, increasing from 104.8 to 126.6 points per 100 possessions. Victories over the Atlanta Hawks and the Golden State Warriors marked the fifth and sixth occasions this season when the team recorded a three-point shooting percentage above 50%. In their latest outing, they converted 14 of 30 attempts from beyond the arc (46.7%) against the reigning champions. Such offensive output is attainable when Tyler Herro is performing at peak level, averaging 27.8 points on 58% shooting over his last six appearances.
Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies continue to struggle against playoff-level opposition, with their issues persisting even after parting ways with Taylor Jenkins. They have now dropped four straight games to top-tier teams, conceding an average of 127.5 points in that span. During this tough stretch, Stephen Curry lit them up with 12 made three-pointers in a standout performance. Facing a red-hot Miami Heat offence, the Grizzlies appear set for another challenging encounter.
Miami Heat vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
Although the Memphis Grizzlies had an extra day's rest, this has seldom translated into success. They have only covered a similar spread in five of 15 such games (33.3%). With the Miami Heat getting a positive spread while playing some of their best basketball and the Grizzlies struggling after a coaching change, this looks like a strong opportunity to support the visitors.
