Memphis vs Hornets Prediction 29 January 2026
🔊 Can the visiting team tighten up their defense around the rim? In this NBA regular-season clash, Memphis face off against Charlotte. The Hornets recently returned to full strength, leading to a series of impressive results. The visitors aim to build on their late January successes.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical analysis of previous official games between the Memphis Grizzlies and Charlotte Hornets:
- They have played 38 matches;
- Wins (including overtime): 20 for today's home team and 18 for the visitors;
- The home team averages 102.66 points per game, while the visitors average 102.47;
- The average total score per game is 205.13.
The last encounter took place on 15 October 2025 at the Charlotte Hornets' arena and ended with a score of 145-116.
Head-to-head statistics Memphis - Hornets
Memphis Grizzlies Team Overview
Memphis are currently struggling, having lost 4 of their last 5 games. The situation is far from ideal, and a significant factor is the absence of Morant from the court. Their offense continues to falter, and even a high tempo doesn't seem to help. The team averages 115.5 points, but this often results from chaotic basketball that some opponents are willing to engage in. However, this approach doesn't always secure victories, as seen in their game against the Pelicans (127-133).
Looking ahead to their matchup with Charlotte, it's worth recalling their recent game against a slower-paced opponent, Houston. They lost that contest 99-108, with their offense looking dreadful. Only Aldama and Jackson managed to put up decent stats, but opponents can focus on defending these big men more closely.
Match Results: Memphis Grizzlies
Charlotte Hornets Team Overview
Charlotte have bolstered their bench, leading to a rapid improvement in their results. A standout victory was their masterful 130-93 win over Philadelphia. Additionally, the team impressed in a recent clash against Orlando, securing a 124-97 victory. It's evident that even when the Hornets play at a slower pace, their offense remains highly effective. This is particularly true for their three-point shooting, which has been hitting at a 36.8% accuracy.
In terms of pace, Charlotte ranks 25th in the league. However, the coaching staff has no plans to change this approach. Everyone seems satisfied with the current strategy. Naturally, this approach will be employed in the upcoming matchup. The Hornets are performing too well right now to revert to their old chaotic style.
Match Results: Charlotte Hornets
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 38;
- Home team wins - 20, away team wins - 18.
- Memphis Grizzlies won with a +6.5 points handicap in 7 of last 8 home games (NBA).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 102.66, for the away team - 102.47;
- average total points in H2H matches - 205.13.
Statistics: Memphis Grizzlies vs Charlotte Hornets
- average total in the tournament: 233.04 vs 232.23;
- average total points scored: 115.41 vs 116.71;
- average total points conceded: 117.63 vs 115.52;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 58.29 vs 59;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 56.73 vs 57.19;
- Memphis Grizzlies: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 116.2;
- Charlotte Hornets: average total points scored away in the tournament - 117.39;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 112.2 (home - 114) vs 119.2 (away - 124).
- Under 229.5 points scored in 16 of last 18 Memphis Grizzlies home games against Charlotte Hornets (NBA).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Currently, bookmakers see Charlotte as the favorites-not the most obvious choice, but the odds are in their favor. This seems reasonable. The visitors have a full roster. Although LaMelo is notoriously inconsistent, he can occasionally deliver strong performances. Moreover, he is surrounded by several reliable shooters who could play effective basketball against a similarly young Memphis side. All of this is likely to unfold at a slower pace. Memphis, on the other hand, will struggle with the low tempo. There's a high risk they might not even reach triple digits. Therefore, our editorial team recommends betting on under 234.5 total points.No comments
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