Look, this one feels pretty straightforward. The Grizzlies are limping to the finish line, sitting at 25-51, and they’ve lost seven of their last ten, including a 136-124 thumping by the Pacers last week. Toronto, on the other hand, is battling for playoff positioning, holding a 42-34 record and winning five of their last six, with Scottie Barnes averaging 22 points in that stretch.
The key matchup will be Pascal Siakam against Jaren Jackson Jr. Whoever wins that battle on both ends of the floor will likely dictate the pace. Thing is, Memphis just doesn't have the offensive firepower or defensive consistency to hang with a motivated Raptors squad.
I've got Toronto winning this comfortably, 120-105.
Predictions are for entertainment purposes only. Not gambling advice.