The Phoenix Suns (30-34) are set to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies (40-24) on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. This game features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Grizzlies aim to solidify their playoff position while the Suns look to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Phoenix Suns
The Suns have had a challenging season, currently sitting in the 11th seed in the Western Conference. They are coming off a 125-116 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, which marked their third win in five games. Key players for the Suns include:
Devin Booker: Leading the team with 26.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game. Booker has been a consistent offensive threat for the Suns.
Kevin Durant: Averaging 26.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game. Durant has been a reliable scorer and playmaker for the Suns.
Bradley Beal: Contributing 17.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. Beal has been a key player in the Suns’ recent success.
In their last game against the Mavericks, Devin Booker scored 24 points, and Kevin Durant added 21 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. The Suns shot 58.3% from the field and outrebounded the Mavericks 46-32. Booker emphasized the importance of the remaining games, stating, “We put ourselves in this situation, so we have to deal with it, and everyone in the locker room understands that”.
Memphis Grizzlies
The Grizzlies have had an impressive season, currently sitting in the third seed in the Western Conference. They are looking to break a four-game home losing streak and are coming off a 107-104 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday. Key players for the Grizzlies include:
Ja Morant: Leading the team with 21.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game. Morant has been a consistent offensive force for the Grizzlies.
Desmond Bane: Averaging 18.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game. Bane has been a key player in the Grizzlies’ recent success.
Santi Aldama: Contributing 12.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Aldama has been a reliable presence in the paint for the Grizzlies.
In their last game against the Pelicans, Ja Morant scored 32 points, and Desmond Bane added 30 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. The Grizzlies shot 26.5% from beyond the arc, making 13 of 49 attempts. Coach Taylor Jenkins acknowledged the team’s shooting struggles but praised Morant and Bane’s clutch performances.
Game Insights
Points/Game: The Suns are averaging 114.3 points per game, while the Grizzlies are averaging 122.9 points.
Rebounds/Game: The Suns are averaging 46.6 rebounds per game, while the Grizzlies are averaging 44.8 rebounds.
Field Goal Percentage: The Suns have shot at a 47.2% rate from the field this season, while the Grizzlies have shot at a 47.9% rate.
Injuries
Suns: Monte Morris (back) and Cody Martin (abdomen) are questionable.
Grizzlies: Santi Aldama (calf), Luke Kennard (back), and Zyon Pullin (knee) are questionable. Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) is out.
Phoenix Suns 243
Memphis Grizzlies – 5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, March 9, 2025
