All of a sudden the Los Angeles Lakers languish as the 10th seed in the Western Conference. With the ability to climb as high as eighth and avoid having to win two play-in contests to make the playoffs, Lebron James and company are on a mission.
Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies have little left to play for after a lost season with Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson and Desmond Bane on the sidelines for long stretches. With one team desperate to boost its seeding and the other hardly even fielding a typical NBA lineup, tonight is the perfect opportunity to target some high volume shooters.
Let's dive into my Lakers vs Grizzlies NBA same-game parlay:
Yesterday's NBA Same-Game Parlay Recap: Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers (April 11, 2024)
Matchup Page: Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers, 10:10 p.m. ET
| Bet | Odds |
|---|---|
| Andrew Wiggins 2+ Three Pointers Made | +100 |
| Scoot Henderson 20+ Points | -110 |
| Scoot Henderson 8+ Assists | -160 |
| Overall | +403 |
We just missed cashing yesterday's +403 Warriors vs Trail Blazers same-game parlay. Andrew Wiggins knocked down three treys and Scoot Henderson dished 12 assists! But, the rook came up just short with only 18 points on a brutal 7 of 20 shooting night. No matter, we'll go at the books again tonight with my Lakers vs Grizzlies same-game parlay!
Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies (April 12, 2024)
Matchup Page: Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies, 8:10 p.m. ET
| Bet | Odds |
|---|---|
| D'Angelo Russell 25+ Points | +600 |
| D'Angelo Russell 3+ Made Threes | -150 |
| Austin Reaves 15+ Points | -115 |
| Overall | +1116 |
Same-Game Parlay Pick No. 1: D'Angelo Russell 25+ Points
Let's swing for the fences here, D'Angelo Russell has exploded for three games over 25-plus points in his last 10 outings. He's been on fire from deep, lighting up the league while shooting over 42% since the beginning of March. That type of shooting offers bettors a ton of value on Russell's +600 odds.
Russell also has an over 23% usage rate since March began. The tanking Grizzlies have nothing left to play for. These are the games Russell was bred for. He's exactly the type of intricate scorer who can get hot and won't be afraid to let loose on Friday night. Both Anthony Davis and Lebron James are nursing injuries. We don't know how long they'll play in what projects as a blow out. Add Russell OVER 25+ points to your NBA same-game parlay.
Same-Game Parlay Pick No. 2: D'Angelo Russell 3+ Made Threes
As I mentioned above, Russell's been outstanding from deep of late. He's knocked down three or more treys in 16 of his last 25 games.
The Grizzlies have been kind to opposing shooters all year along, as 37.9% of opponent threes have dropped this season. That number only rises to 38.5% over the last 10 games.
We're betting on Russell to have a big night, and he'll do just that from beyond the three-point line.
Same-Game Parlay Pick No. 3: Austin Reaves 15+ Points
Similarly, Austin Reaves has been hot of late. With Lebron James slowing down in his 21st season, Reaves has taken on an absolutely vital role for the Lakers this season.
He operates as the defacto point guard in multiple sets and is as crafty as they come. Reaves has averaged over 16 points over his last 10 games and taken six threes per contest in that time frame. I like Reaves to far exceed his 15-point mark and cash the final leg of our Lakers vs Grizzlies same-game parlay.
