Malik Beasley Points Prop is currently Over/Under 3.5 (-140/+114).
Key Factors
Favors Over
Malik Beasley has attempted 6.2 three-point shots per game while at home this year, ranking him in the 90th percentile among all players in the NBA.
The matchup against the Grizzlies is a tough one for scoring; opposing squads have posted the lowest field goal rate in the NBA this year (45.5%).
The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the 3rd-speediest pace in the NBA this year.
The Grizzlies have played at the 5th-fastest pace-of-play in the league this year, which ought to boost opportunities for the Lakers.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been the 9th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).
Favors Under
Malik Beasley has successfully made 38.0% of his shot attempts from the field this year, placing him in the 15th percentile out of all players in the NBA.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been the 3rd-least aggressive offense in the league this year as it relates to attempts from beyond the arc.
The Grizzlies have given up the 8th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.0) in the league to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).
This matchup may be a favorable one for getting to the foul line; when the Grizzlies are away from home, the other team have attempted a colossal 26.2 free throws per game over the last 15 games (3rd-most in the league).