The Phoenix Suns (21-23) battle the Memphis Grizzlies (29-13) Monday with tip from FedEx Forum set for 6 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Grizzlies odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Suns lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-116 Fridayalthought they did cover as a 6.5-point road underdog. Phoenix is 22-22 against the spread (ATS) and 7-16 straight up on the road. It is just 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games.
The Grizzlies beat the Indiana Pacers 130-112 Saturday, covering as a 7.5-point road favorite. Memphis is 21-20-1 ATS on the season and a strong 18-3 straight up at home. The Grizzlies are just 1-3 ATS in their last 4 games, but are 5-3 ATS in their last 8.
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Suns at Grizzlies odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:27 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Suns +410 (bet $100 to win $410) | Grizzlies -525 (bet $525 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Suns +10.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -10.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
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Suns at Grizzlies key injuries
Suns
- G Devin Booker (groin) out
- F Cameron Johnson (meniscus) out
- G Chris Paul (hip) out
Grizzlies
- G Ja Morant (hip) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Suns at Grizzlies picks and predictions
Prediction
Grizzlies 122, Suns 108
Moneyline
PASS.
The Suns without their 2 best players are not worth a play, even at (+410).
Against the spread
BET GRIZZLIES -10.5 (-110).
The Suns without Paul and Booker on the road against 1 of the best teams in the West is not a recipe for success. The Suns have lost 8 of their last 9 games and have lost 4 of those by double figures.
Against Morant and the Griz at home, this should be a blowout. The Grizzlies rank 6th in points per game (117.1) and 1st in opponents’ FG percentage (44.3%). They have the talent on both sides of the court to wear down a short-handed Suns side.
Back GRIZZLIES -10.5 (-110).
Over/Under
LEAN OVER 228.5 (-110).
The Grizzlies have gone Over in 6 straight games and have scored at least 120 points in 6 straight, having 130 or more points in 3 of their last 6. They rank 4th in pace and are at home, so they will undoubtedly want this to be a high-tempo game.
The Suns have gone Over in 2 of their last 3 as well. Expect the Griz to push the pace, and the Suns, who have scored at least 115 in 2 of their last 3, should keep up.
Back the OVER 228.5 (-110).
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