After a difficult 109-102 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4, the Memphis Grizzlies are facing a must-win Game 5 at home on Wednesday. The Lakers have a chance to eliminate the Grizzlies, but Memphis is expected to put up a strong fight to keep their playoff hopes alive.

According to the latest odds released by Caesars Sportsbook, the Grizzlies are favored by 2 points. The over/under is set at 220.

The SportsLine Projection Model is leaning towards the Grizzlies to cover the spread against the Lakers. They know that Memphis has held the Lakers to fewer than 1.04 points per possession in the last two games. The Grizzlies defense has given up only 21.7 assists per game while creating 15.0 turnovers per contest in the series. Meanwhile, the Lakers need to step up their defense game but have strong offensive numbers, leading the entire postseason with 18.7 fast break points per game.

In their last game, the Grizzlies were unable to stop LeBron James who finished with 22 points, 20 rebounds, and seven assists. However, Memphis will be at home and have their core of Ja Morant, Dillon Brooks, and Jonas Valanciunas to carry them to a victory.

Can the Grizzlies overcome the Lakers' defense and keep their playoff hopes alive? The answer will be revealed on Wednesday in a crucial Game 5 matchup. |||||