Memphis at Los Angeles

The Lakers, after losing two straight games for the first time this season, have bounced back and won six straight. Memphis has tended in the opposite direction as the Grizzlies, after posting seven straight wins of their own, are just 1-4 since. The biggest problem is defense. Their last five opponents have gone 222-415 (53.5%). That is simply not going to get it done with a Lakers offense that has a couple of superstars. The Grizzlies are also allowing just shy of 40% from deep on the season. This is a Lakers team that can execute on the defensive end, and it looks like a long night for the Grizzlies. Make the play on Los Angeles.