The Washington Wizards (7-6) welcome the Memphis Grizzlies (9-4) to Capitol One Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Wizards odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Grizzlies are coming into this game with their 3 most-impactful players doubtful. Nonetheless, Memphis has won 2 straight and 5 of its last 6. It is just 4-3 on the road this season.
Assuming those that are doubtful do not play, F Dillon Brooks will look to get a bulk of the opportunity. He is averaging 15.2 points per game. Both C Brandon Clarke and G Tyus Jones are active and average double figures.
The Wizards are riding a 3-game win streak as they welcome Memphis. Washington’s last loss actually came on the road against the Grizzlies, a 103-97 defeat.
The Wizards are led by G Bradley Beal, but he hasn’t played since November 4. Beal should make his return today. In his absence, C Kristaps Porzingis has been the team’s anchor, averaging 20.2 points per game.
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Grizzlies at Wizards odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Wizards -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +1.5 (-108) | Wizards -1.5 (-112)
- Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)
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Grizzlies at Wizards key injuries
Grizzlies
- G Desmond Bane (toe) doubtful
- F Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) doubtful
- G Ja Morant (ankle) doubtful
Wizards
- Not yet submitted
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Grizzlies at Wizards picks and predictions
Prediction
Wizards 113, Grizzlies 108
Moneyline
BET WIZARDS (-125).
The Grizzlies are 9-4 yet have just the 13th-best net rating in the NBA, which suggests their record could be a bit inflated. The Wizards also have a poor net rating compared to their record.
With Memphis down their top-2 scoring options, filling that void is not going to be easy. The Grizzlies are 1-5-1 against the spread (ATS) and 4-3 straight up on the road this season. They have struggled on the road.
With Washington being a side that ranks 8th in turnover rating, expect a clean game and one in which those key missing pieces will be pivotal.
Back the WIZARDS (-125).
Against the spread
PASS.
I’d prefer leaving the minor risk on the side and playing the moneyline.
Over/Under
LEAN OVER 217.5 (-112).
The Grizzlies have the 5th-best offensive rating in the NBA, and players like Jones and Clarke should be able to keep them competitive. Memphis is also great on the glass, ranking 2nd in offensive rebounding rate.
I expect them to be able to get second-chance opportunities. The Wizards have far better scoring options with KP and Beal. They are 4-3 O/U this season as well.
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