Jordan Walsh Points Prop is currently Over/Under 6.5 (+102/-130).
Key Factors
Favors Over
The matchup against Memphis is a strong one for shot attempts from beyond the arc; when the Memphis Grizzlies are on the road, the other team's starting PFs have averaged the most 3-point attempts per game in the league this year (6.5).
The Boston Celtics will likely see a spike in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 3rd-speediest pace-of-play visiting offense in the league this year (the Memphis Grizzlies).
Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Celtics grade out 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 12.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.
This year, the opposing team's starting PFs have attempted 4.6 free throws per game (5th-most in the NBA) vs. the Grizzlies, succeeding in their efforts to draw fouls.
Favors Under
The Boston Celtics check in as the 6th-lowest scoring offense in the NBA this year.
The Celtics have played at the 2nd-slowest pace in the league this year.
The Memphis Grizzlies have allowed the 28th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.0) in the league to the other team over the last 12 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).