NBA First Basket Scorer Betting Picks & Predictions for Friday: Grizzlies vs. Rockets (2022)
We’re back into the thick of another NBA season, and we get a full Friday slate. Let’s take a look at the loaded board and identify some value first basket picks. And here’s a closer look at Grizzlies vs. Rockets.
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NBA First Basket Scorer Betting Picks & Predictions for Friday: Grizzlies vs. Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies at Houston Rockets
This game presents one of the biggest jump ball mismatches of the night. Memphis’s Steven Adams is one of the best jump ball big men in the game regarding tip-winning percentage.
With the best chance to get the first possession, I’ll key in on Memphis to score the first basket. Last year, Memphis relied on Jaren Jackson and Dillon Brooks in these situations, but Jackson is out for a while, and Brooks is doubtful to suit up. That’s why I’m keying in on Desmond Bane.
Ja Morant was magnificent in Wednesday’s win, but he’ll likely look to get his teammates more involved. No player needs to get going more than Bane, who has struggled to find his range, going 9-38 (23.7%) from long range in the preseason and opening night. Memphis will try to get him going early in this one.
Pick: Desmond Bane
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