Grizzlies' Cam Spencer Shines in Matchup Against Jazz

DFS Pro Mike McClure Highlights Spencer and Teammate Javon Small as Top Picks for Friday's NBA Action

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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NBA DFS expert Mike McClure has identified Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Cam Spencer and point guard Javon Small as top plays for Friday's slate of games. Spencer has averaged 15.5 points in two games against the Utah Jazz this season, while Small has been on a tear lately, averaging 10.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists over his past 10 games.

Why it matters

With several star players ruled out for Friday's games, finding value plays like Spencer and Small will be crucial for building winning DFS lineups. McClure's expertise in using predictive analytics to identify the best NBA DFS options gives his picks added credibility.

The details

Spencer, priced at $5,300 on FanDuel, has been a steady contributor for the Grizzlies, averaging 11.6 points, 5.6 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 24.1 minutes per game. Small, at $4,100 on FanDuel, has seen his playing time increase substantially of late and is coming off a 22-point, 6-rebound, 4-assist performance in a recent loss to the Trail Blazers.

  • Over the past 10 games, Small is averaging 10.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists.
  • In a 135-115 loss at Portland on Feb. 6, Spencer scored 18 points and dished out 5 assists.
  • In two games against the Jazz this season, Spencer has averaged 15.5 points.

The players

Cam Spencer

Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard who has averaged 15.5 points in two games against the Utah Jazz this season.

Javon Small

Memphis Grizzlies point guard who has seen his playing time increase substantially of late, averaging 10.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists over his past 10 games.

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What they’re saying

“Finding someone who can outperform his price tags on sites like FanDuel and DraftKings is key to that and to constructing a winning NBA DFS strategy.”

— Mike McClure, DFS Professional (CBSSports.com)

“In a 122-115 loss at Portland on Feb. 7, he scored 22 points, while adding six rebounds and four assists.”

— Javon Small (CBSSports.com)

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