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Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (50-29) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (40-39) on Wednesday at Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Pelicans odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 119-109 on Tuesday, but failed to cover as -18.5-point home favorites. Memphis is 2 games behind the Denver Nuggets for the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.

On Tuesday, the Pelicans failed to cover as 4-point home favorites in their 121-103 loss to the Sacramento Kings. New Orleans is 1 game back of the Los Angeles Lakers for the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference.

The Grizzlies and the Pelicans will meet for the 4th time this season. Memphis won 2 of the 1st 3 meetings and the Under went 1-2.

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Grizzlies at Pelicans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Pelicans -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +5.5 (-110) | Pelicans -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Pelicans key injuries

Grizzlies

Not yet submitted

Pelicans

Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Pelicans picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 117, Grizzlies 114

Moneyline

PASS.

Even though I have the Pelicans coming away with a narrow win, I don’t hate taking the Grizzlies’ moneyline at the current odds (+180) with Memphis still having an outside chance to get the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.

Against the spread

GRIZZLIES +5.5 (-110) is the choice in this important Western Conference matchup. There’s a chance Memphis wins outright, while it’s hard to see New Orleans winning by 6-plus points.

The Grizzlies are 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings.

Over/Under

OVER 228.5 (-110) is the lean in this contest with both teams playing for playoff seeding. This is a pace-up game for the Pelicans and the Over is 4-2 in the last 6 meetings.

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Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (9-5) take on the New Orleans Pelicans (7-6) Tuesday at Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Pelicans odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies suffered a 102-92 loss to the Washington Wizards Sunday where they failed to cover as 1.5-point underdogs. Memphis was without G Ja Morant and G Desmond Bane in the defeat.

The Pelicans defeated the Houston Rockets 119-106 Saturday, covering as 10.5-point home favorites. New Orleans has 6 players averaging double-digit points right now, which goes to show how impressive the team’s depth is.

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Grizzlies at Pelicans odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Pelicans -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies +3.5 (-110) | Pelicans -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Pelicans key injuries

Grizzlies

G Desmond Bane (toe) doubtful
F Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) questionable

Pelicans

F Zion Williamson (ankle/foot) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Pelicans picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 118, Pelicans 115

Moneyline

I’ll take GRIZZLIES (+125) on the road as Morant is expected to return to the lineup after sitting out Sunday’s game against the Wizards. Memphis has won their last 3 matchups with the Pelicans.

Against the spread

Being that I took Memphis to win outright, I’ll also take GRIZZLIES +3.5 (-110). Even with Bane expected to be sidelined, there’s a chance Jackson makes his season debut and Memphis has a deep roster.

While the Grizzlies are 1-5 ATS in the last 6 road meetings with the Pelicans, New Orleans is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games following a win.

Over/Under

OVER 220.5 (-110) is a fun wager in this game as there should be plenty of scoring from both teams. The Grizzlies and the Pelicans are in the top 11 in offensive rating this season.

The Over is 6-1 in the last 7 games following a win for New Orleans and it’s 5-2 in the last 7 meetings between the Grizzlies and the Pelicans.

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Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (40-18) travel to Smoothie King Center Tuesday to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (23-34). Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Grizzlies vs. Pelicans odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Grizzlies come into this game rested, most recently beating the Charlotte Hornets 125-118 Saturday and covering as 6.5-point favorites. They’ve played just three games in the last nine days.

Memphis has been one of the hottest teams in the NBA and has covered eight of its last 10 games. The projected total has gone Over in seven of those outings as well. Memphis has the best overall record against the spread (ATS) in the NBA at 39-19.

New Orleans destroyed Toronto 120-90 at home as a 3.5-point underdog. The Pelicans have covered the spread in six of their last 10 games and are 1-1 ATS since adding G CJ McCollum from the Portland Trail Blazers at the trade deadline.

New Orleans is 28-28-1 ATS on the season.

Grizzlies at Pelicans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:52 a.m. ET.

Money line: Grizzlies -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Pelicans +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -4.5 (-115) | Pelicans +4.5 (-107)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Grizzlies at Pelicans key injuries

Grizzlies

G Dillon Brooks (ankle) out
G Ja Morant (ankle) questionable

Pelicans (not officially submitted)

None expected

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Grizzlies at Pelicans odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 119, Pelicans 110

Money line

PASS.

Memphis has been too good this season to play New Orleans (+160), especially considering it is just 13-15 straight up at home. Similarly, the new-look Pelicans showed too much against Toronto Monday to consider the Grizzlies (-200).

Against the spread

BET the GRIZZLIES -4.5 (-115).

It will be wise to wait until Morant is listed as officially in or out as his status is important. However, even when Morant is sidelined, the Grizzlies are 11-2 and have won eight of those by 10 or more points.

The Grizzlies have been too good this season to bet against. They take care of the basketball which is where their success stems from. Memphis ranks first in offensive rebounding rate and ninth in turnover rate.

While the Pelicans are second in defensive rebounding, they fall to 25th in turnover rate. Memphis forces the fifth-most turnovers per game and that could be a key factor in this outcome.

The Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns and Grizzlies are the only teams that rank top seven in both offensive and defensive rating. With an 8-2 ATS record as a road favorite, I’d side with Memphis here.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the OVER 228.5 (-107).

The Pelicans finally have a competent third scorer. With F Zion Williamson having yet to play this season, McCollum will step up and help F Brandon Ingram and C Jonas Valančiūnas.

McCollum led the team in scoring with 23 points against the Raptors Monday. The Pelicans are 1-1 O/U with McCollum, having only missed the total yesterday due to the Raptors putting up just 90.

The Grizzlies are 31-26-1 O/U this season and have gone over in six straight games and should be able to score frequently. The Grizzlies rank sixth in pace as well.

I roll with the Over here considering the recently-acquired stardom in New Orleans and quick pace of Memphis.

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Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (6-6) travel to Smoothie King Center Saturday to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (1-12). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Grizzlies vs. Pelicans odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Grizzlies will look to rebound after being throttled 119-94 by the Phoenix Suns Friday.

Led by star G Ja Morant, the Grizzlies will desperately need to come out on top. Morant and F Jaren Jackson Jr. were the only two with double-digit scoring against Phoenix. Memphis is 7-5 against the spread (ATS).

The Pelicans are also coming in off a tough loss, but they looked far more competent in their 8-point loss to the Brooklyn Nets Friday. Six players hit double-digit scoring as the team was paced by C Jonas Valančiūnas‘ 20 points.

New Orleans surely hopes to get F Brandon Ingram back in the near future, and star forward Zion Williamson has yet to play this season. The Pelicans are 5-8 ATS.

Grizzlies at Pelicans odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Grizzlies -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Pelicans +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -4.5 (-108) | Pelicans +4.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Grizzlies at Pelicans key injuries

Grizzlies

F Dillon Brooks (hand) questionable

Pelicans

F Brandon Ingram (hip) questionable
PF Zion Williamson (foot) out

Grizzlies at Pelicans odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 113, Pelicans 105

Money line

PASS on the money line with a slight “lean” to the Grizzlies (-180). Memphis is the better team, having made the playoffs a year ago.

Their cause is helped by having arguably the best two players on the court. I don’t hate their value at -180, but I’d still look towards the points as most NBA games finish spread by more than four points.

Against the spread

BET on the GRIZZLIES -4.5 (-108) as Memphis has been terrific against sub-.500 teams.

The Grizzlies have played well against teams outside of playoff contention. Memphis has the No. 1 strength of schedule so far in the NBA, and many of their losses have been quality defeats.

They handed Golden State its only defeat. Morant is a bonafide superstar, and with a top-three offensive rebounding rate, the Griz should get some easy opportunities as well.

The Pelicans may be short Ingram and will certainly be down their superstar forward Williamson. I’m taking the Grizzlies and the points considering these injuries.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 218.5 (-108) as neither team shoots well. While both are young and may push the pace, the Grizzlies rank 24th in field goal percentage while the Pelicans are 27th.

They’re both in the bottom third in true shooting percentage as well, basically noting that neither team’s three-point shooting makes up for its weak overall shooting.

With the Pelicans a top-ten team in defensive rebounding rate, they should be able to at least limit the Grizzlies on the glass. Both teams also rank outside the top ten in pace.

Considering that and the poor shooting, I’m taking the Under.

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Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Memphis Grizzlies (9-8) and New Orleans Pelicans (9-12) square off in a 9 p.m. ET game at Smoothie King Center Saturday. Below, we analyze the Grizzlies-Pelicans NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Memphis lost back-to-back games to the Houston Rockets and Indiana Pacers following a seven-game winning streak that began prior to its 12-day layoff for COVID-19 issues. The Grizzlies are propelled by their defense (fifth in defensive rating) and aggressive offense—first in points in the paint, second in points off turnovers and third in fast-break points per game.

New Orleans has won two in a row, both against quality teams in the Phoenix Suns Wednesday and the Pacers Friday night. The Pelicans have alternated two-game streaks over their last six contests and have a 4-2 straight up record (4-2 against the spread) in those games.

The Pelicans won and covered all three meetings last season and their All-Star SF Brandon Ingram balled out in those contests. Ingram averaged 23 points per game but had a 126 offensive rating, which was 14 points higher than his season-long offensive rating.

Grizzlies at Pelicans: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:05 p.m. ET.

Money line: Grizzlies +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Pelicans -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Grizzlies +1.5 (-110) | Pelicans -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Grizzlies at Pelicans: Key injuries

Grizzlies

PF Brandon Clarke (calf) questionable
PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

Pelicans

Nothing altering the betting odds.

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Grizzlies at Pelicans: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Pelicans 115, Grizzlies 111

Money line (ML)

The Grizzlies getting several key contributors back obviously helps but it might take a game or two for those players to find a groove. Also, the Pelicans are top-10 in both opponent’s fast-break points and points in the paint per game, which are things the Grizzlies do well.

Furthermore, Memphis is only 7-13 overall and 9-11 ATS in games with a rest advantage over its opponent since last season while New Orleans has the highest cover rate in games with no rest over that time span. These ATS trends apply since this game is essentially a coin-flip in the sides’ betting markets.

Finally, the Pelicans offense is trending up as they are fifth in both offensive rating and assist to turnover ratio over their last six games. The recent play of PG Lonzo Ball is part of the explanation but Ingram and PF Zion Williamson would also like a word.

BET PELICANS (-120) for 1 unit

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Against the spread (ATS)

PASS ON THE SPREAD because an outright New Orleans win costs only an extra 10 cents on the dollar.

Over/Under (O/U)

PASS since my predicted score is around BetMGM‘s projected total so I don’t think there’s any value in betting it.

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