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The Memphis Grizzlies were snowed out of their game yesterday, but they probably wish it was tonight’s matchup against the Houston Rockets that was postponed.
Memphis has dropped nine of its last 12 games, is dealing with a colossal amount of injuries, including to Ja Morant, and is a double-digit underdog tonight.
My Grizzlies vs. Rockets predictions and NBA picks break down why Alperen Sengun is in for a big game against the declawed Grizz.
Grizzlies vs Rockets predictionGrizzlies vs Rockets best bet: Alperen Sengun to record a double-double (-110)
The Memphis Grizzlies are going to have a hell of a time trying to stop Alperen Sengun. And it’s not just because the Rockets' big man is averaging 21.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 6.4 assists.
Memphis is not only down Mortant, but Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke. Meaning they have little presence in the paint. Meaning, Sengun will face little resistance on the boards.
He has a rebounding prop at 8.5, but instead of taking a juiced Over, let’s back him to record a double-double.
Sengun has 20 double-doubles this season and three in the last six games.
Grizzlies vs Rockets same-game parlayAmen Thompson could also be in for a big night for the Rockets. The Houston wing is averaging 18.4 points per game, but has seen his production dip a bit lately.
However, that’s just going to give us some value with Thompson. Thanks in part to the injuries, the Grizz rank 22nd in defensive rating in January, yet still play at a high pace. More possessions and bad defense mean Thompson goes Over.
And he’ll go Over in a game where the Rockets cover this double-digit spread. Memphis has covered the number in just three of its last 12 games.
Grizzlies vs Rockets SGP- Alperen Sengun double double
- Amen Thompson Over 17.5 points
- Rockets -10
The Grizzlies take a lot of shots, but aren't flush with good shooters. Meaning Kevin Durant goes Over his modest rebounding total.
Grizzlies vs Rockets SGP- Alperen Sengun double-double
- Amen Thompson Over 17.5 points
- Rockets -10
- Kevin Durant Over 5.5 rebounds
- Spread: Grizzlies +10 | Rockets -10
- Moneyline: Grizzlies +350 | Rockets -450
- Over/Under: Over 224.5 | Under 224.5
The Rockets are 7-2 straight up and against the spread in their last nine meetings against the Grizzlies. Find more NBA betting trends for Grizzlies vs. Rockets.
How to watch Grizzlies vs Rockets| Location | Toyota Center, Houston, TX |
| Date | Monday, January 26, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | SCHN, FDSN SE-MEM |
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