76ers vs Grizzlies Player Props: Best Bets for Paul George & Ja Morant

• The Grizzlies surrender 14.4 made three-pointers per game, ranking third-worst in the league
• Memphis generates assists on 70.5% of made field-goals, with Ja Morant orchestrating the offense
• See the top 76ers vs Grizzlies player props to bet on Tuesday, Dec. 30th

The Philadelphia 76ers (16-14, 7-6 away) hit the road as slight underdogs against the Memphis Grizzlies (15-17, 7-8 home) in a matchup that features elite offensive talent on both sides. Philadelphia enters this contest looking to snap a three-game losing streak, with their star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George needing to deliver against a Memphis squad that has shown both flashes of brilliance and concerning inconsistencies at home.

Tuesday’s NBA odds show the moneyline as a near pick’em. This analysis dissects the key statistical trends and matchup dynamics that find the best player-prop picks and opportunities. The game tips off at 8:00 pm ET at FedExForum in Memphis, with coverage on NBC and Peacock.

76ers vs Grizzlies Player Props & Betting Lines

O/Us and odds represent consensus lines as of 3:23 pm ET. Find the best NBA betting apps for today’s slate.

Notable Line Movement

Joel Embiid’s scoring total has seen upward movement from opening numbers, with MGM and DraftKings initially posting 23.5 points before adjusting to the current 24.5. This shift suggests sharp money backing Embiid to have a productive scoring night despite his questionable status.

Tyrese Maxey’s points-rebounds-assists prop shows market disagreement, with some books setting the line at 38.5 while others maintain 37.5. The juice favoring the under on his individual assists prop (-128 consensus) indicates oddsmakers question whether his recent scoring surge comes at the expense of his playmaking.

Jaren Jackson Jr’s rebounding line carries heavy juice toward the under (-139 consensus), reflecting concerns about his ability to compete on the glass against Philadelphia’s physical frontcourt led by Embiid.

76ers vs Grizzlies Injury Reports & Impact

Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid carries a questionable designation with an ankle concern, making his availability the primary storyline affecting all related props. Kelly Oubre Jr (knee) and Trendon Watford (thigh) remain sidelined, limiting Philadelphia’s wing depth and potentially increasing minutes for their primary scorers.

Embiid’s questionable status adds volatility to his props while potentially boosting usage rates for Maxey and George if he’s limited or unavailable.

Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis faces more extensive injury challenges, with seven players on the report. Brandon Clarke (calf) and Vince Williams Jr (knee) are definitely out, while Jock Landale remains day-to-day with a calf injury. Additional absences include Zach Edey, John Konchar, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr.

These widespread absences consolidate offensive responsibilities among Memphis’s healthy stars, particularly benefiting Morant’s assist opportunities as he’ll need to facilitate for a shortened rotation. Jackson Jr and Aldama also project for increased usage.

Top 76ers vs Grizzlies Player-Prop Picks & Best Bets

Based on matchup analysis and recent performance trends, two props stand out as offering the strongest betting value.

Philadelphia Pick: Paul George Over 2.5 Made Threes (-110) at FanDuel

George faces an ideal matchup against Memphis’s porous perimeter defense, which ranks among the league’s most generous in allowing three-point makes. The Grizzlies surrender 14.4 made threes per game while allowing 39.7 attempts, creating ample opportunities for capable shooters.

George has been exceptional from deep recently, connecting on 45.5% of his three-point attempts over his last 10 games George has been exceptional from deep recently, connecting on 45.5% of his three-point attempts over his last 8 games. This recent form significantly exceeds his prop line requirements.

George has demonstrated the capacity to perform well in high-volume three-point environments., George has demonstrated the capacity to perform well in high-volume three-point environments. Memphis’s defensive scheme consistently generates the high-volume three-point environments where George thrives.

Memphis Pick: Ja Morant Over 7.5 Assists (-114) at DraftKings

Morant’s playmaking prowess aligns perfectly with Memphis’s injury-depleted roster, forcing him into an even more prominent facilitating role. The Grizzlies’ assist-heavy offensive identity becomes more Morant-centric when rotation players are unavailable.

Philadelphia allows 27.3 assists per game, ranking among the league’s most generous defenses in this category. Morant has averaged 8.5 assists over his last five games, demonstrating his current form exceeds the prop requirement.

At home this season, Morant averages 8.3 assists per game, At home this season, Morant averages 8.3 assists per game, With Memphis needing to generate offense through ball movement against a willing Philadelphia defense, Morant projects to surpass this total comfortably.