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The Memphis Grizzlies (14-8) welcome the Sacramento Kings (10-12) to FedExForum Thursday. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Kings vs. Grizzlies odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Kings swept 3-0 last season
The Grizzlies lost to the Dallas Mavericks 121-116 Tuesday, closing as 4.5-point road underdogs. They were spearheaded by G Ja Morant, who dropped 31 points on 11-for-22 shooting. Memphis has covered 5 of its last 7 games, going 6-1 straight up (SU). It is 14-8 against the spread (ATS) on the season.
The Kings beat the Houston Rockets 120-111 Tuesday, covering as 1.5-point home favorites. C Domantas Sabonis led the way with 27 points. Sacramento is 2-6 SU/ATS in its last 8 games. It has recently found its offensive rhythm, scoring at least 120 points in 2 straight. The Kings are 8-13-1 ATS on the season.
Kings at Grizzlies odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:57 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Kings +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Grizzlies -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
- Against the spread: Kings +3.5 (-115) | Grizzlies -3.5 (-105)
- Over/Under (O/U): 241.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
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Kings at Grizzlies key injuries
Kings
- None
Grizzlies
- C Zach Edey (ankle) out
- F GG Jackson (foot) out
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Kings at Grizzlies picks and predictions
Prediction
Grizzlies 120, Kings 115
Moneyline
PASS.
While one could argue for the moneyline on both sides, given the way this game is expected to go, the spread is the better play for the home side. Look there for a solid wager.
Against the spread
BET GRIZZLIES -3.5 (-105).
The Grizzlies have been on fire, and they have been even better at home. Over their last 5 home games, they have gone 4-1 ATS and 5-0 SU. They are 3-0 ATS as single-digit favorites.
The Kings have been the opposite of on fire. In their last 4 road games, they are 1-3 SU/ATS. The 3 losses were to the LA Clippers, Portland Trail Blazers and San Antonio Spurs, who are all underdogs to make the playoffs at BetMGM Sportsbook.
Considering those trends, back GRIZZLIES -3.5 (-105).
Over/Under
BET UNDER 241.5 (-110).
This total is just too lofty to take. The Kings are 2-3 O/U this season in games with a total of 235 or more points. They are 4-4 O/U in their last 8 games, allowing 115 or fewer points in 6 of the 8.
The Grizzlies are 2-3 O/U in their last 5 and have allowed 111 or fewer in 5 of their last 9. Considering those trends and this high total, back UNDER 241.5 (-110).
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