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Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Friday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Los Angeles Clippers (23-11) will take on the Memphis Grizzlies (14-14) on Friday. The game tips off at 8:05 p.m. ET at the FedExForum. This is the second meeting of a back-to-back matchup with the Grizzlies winning the first game 122-94. Below, we analyze the Clippers-Grizzlies NBA and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Clippers at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:57 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Clippers -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Grizzlies +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Clippers -6.5 (-105) | Grizzlies +6.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Clippers at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Clippers:

  • PF Patrick Patterson (personal) probable

Grizzlies:

  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out

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Clippers at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Clippers 115, Grizzlies 106

Money line (ML)

CLIPPERS (-275) is the way to go here as they are (nearly) fully healthy and have one of the best overall rosters in the NBA. And after losing to the Grizzlies on Thursday in the first of a back-to-back game, they will certainly want to get some revenge. Look for them to win by near double-digits in this contest.

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Against the spread (ATS)

CLIPPERS -6.5 (-110) is the pick here despite losing by 28 points on Thursday night to the Grizzlies. Los Angeles just had an awful shooting night in that game, going 34-84 (40.5%) from the floor. Memphis, on the other hand, couldn’t have been hotter as they shot an incredible 54.3% and 57.9% from the three-point line.

Don’t expect the shooting differential to be that drastic again on Friday night. Look for the Clippers to impose their will and win by near double-digits, covering the 6.5 point spread.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 226.5 (-110) feels like the right play in this as Memphis has a bottom-10 offense in the NBA. While that didn’t play out in their first meeting on Thursday, this is a team that averages just 110.8 points per night.

And with the Clippers having a top-six scoring defense, look for them to put on the clamps on Friday and keep the Grizzlies under 110 points in this game.

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Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Los Angeles Clippers at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Los Angeles Clippers (23-10) travel to FedExForum Thursday to play the Memphis Grizzlies (13-14) at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Clippers-Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Los Angeles just finished a six-game homestand with 4-2 straight up and against the spread records. The losses came against the Brooklyn Nets (112-108 as a 6.5-point favorite) and Utah Jazz (114-96 as a 6.5-point underdog).

The Grizzlies have lost back-to-back games and have split their last eight games SU and ATS. Memphis hasn’t performed well as a home underdog this season and is 2-4 ATS with a minus-14.8 margin of victory and minus-8.8 spread differential in those spots.

The Clippers won last year’s regular-season series 2-1 but, the Grizzlies covered the spread in two of those games and their lone win was a 140-114 whooping.

Clippers at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:30 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Clippers -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Grizzlies +275 (bet $100 to win $275)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Clippers -8.5 (-105) | Grizzlies +8.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 225.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Clippers at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Clippers

  • Nothing affecting the betting odds.

Grizzlies

  • SG Dillon Brooks (thigh) out
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out

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Clippers at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Clippers 121, Grizzlies 108

Money line (ML)

PASS because the -350 for the Clippers is too steep of a price for L.A. or any NBA regular-season favorite for that matter.

In my opinion, no team is a big enough lock for that kind of return on investment.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Clippers at full health has been a rare sight since SF Kawhi Leonard and SG Paul George, and to a lesser extent PG Pat Beverley, came to town, but when these guys are on the court together they are dominant.

At least one of those three was missing in each of the first two Clippers-Grizzlies games last season—both of which Memphis covered. The Clippers had all three active in the final regular-season meeting and stomped the Grizz 124-97.

Furthermore, the Clippers hammer bad defensive squads. L.A. is 11-1 straight-up with a plus-4.6 spread differential against bottom-10 defenses, according to CleaningTheGlass.com.

Memphis, on the other hand, doesn’t do so well against good offenses as the Grizzlies are 3-5 overall with the 28th-ranked spread differential at minus-7.9 vs. top-10 offenses.

BET CLIPPERS -8.5 (-105) for 1 unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

Slight lean on OVER 225.5 (-115) because L.A.’s defense has been far less tenacious this season compared to last, which is part of the reason the Clippers have a 20-12-1 O/U record this year.

The sharp side of the market is barrelling into the Under so I’d only make a tiny wager on OVER 225.5 (-115).

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Phoenix Suns at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Phoenix Suns at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Memphis Grizzlies (13-12) host the Phoenix Suns (18-10) Saturday at the FedExForum for an 8 p.m. ET tip-off. Below, we analyze the Suns-Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Phoenix has been one of the best teams in the Association this month, going 8-2 overall and ATS. The Suns are fifth in net rating and second in effective field goal shooting in February.

The Grizzlies started February with a 1-4 record but are playing better and getting healthier. Memphis has won back-to-back games and four of its last six games (4-2 ATS).

The Suns lost at the Grizzlies earlier this season 108-104 as 5.5-point road favorites. In fact, Memphis has won and covered against Phoenix in the last four meetings. Both squads won and covered last night—the Suns beat the New Orleans Pelicans, and the Grizzlies took down the Detroit Pistons.

Suns at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:30 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Suns -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Grizzlies +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Suns -3.5 (-115) | Grizzlies +3.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under: 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Suns at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Suns

  • None.

Grizzlies

  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) probable
  • SG Dillon Brooks (thigh) questionable
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out

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Suns at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Suns 114, Grizzlies 106

Money line (ML)

PASS with a lean on the Suns (-165) mostly because I’d rather not bet an NBA regular-season money line favorite this expensive, but I don’t hate betting Phoenix outright given your bankroll or including this in a parlay.

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Against the spread (ATS)

This is a great spot for the SUNS -3.5 (-115) for a few reasons.

First, Memphis is either first or second in all four of the “miscellaneous” statistics (points in the paint, fast break points, points off of turnovers and second-chance points per game). However, Phoenix is top-10 in three of those categories (22nd in opponent’s fast break points per games).

Second, this month Phoenix has the sixth-highest net rating in clutch situations with a 4-1 record and Memphis has the worst clutch net rating in February.

Finally, the Suns have been great this season in the second game of a back-to-back: Phoenix is 6-1 ATS with a plus-7.4-point spread differential with no rest. Memphis is 3-1 ATS but has a minus-1.8-point spread differential.

BET SUNS -3.5 (-110) for 1 unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

Slight lean on Under 225.5 (-110) but officially I’ll PASS ON THE TOTAL. The Suns play at the second-slowest pace in the NBA, and you know Chris Paul wants to grind this game down with Phoenix’s halfcourt offense. Also, the previous five Suns-Grizzlies games have gone Under the total.

But, my handicap isn’t strong enough to wager on the total.

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Detroit Pistons at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s Detroit Pistons at Memphis Grizzlies odds, with Pistons-Grizzlies picks and predictions on the betting lines

The Detroit Pistons (8-20) will take on the Memphis Grizzlies (9-10) Friday night. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at the FedExForum. Below, we analyze the Pistons-Grizzlies odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Pistons at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:00 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Pistons +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Grizzlies -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Pistons +5.5 (-115) | Grizzlies -5.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under: 221.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Pistons at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Pistons

  • PF Blake Griffen (team decision) out
  • SF Sekou Doumbouya (concussion) questionable
  • PG Killian Hayes (hip) out
  • C Jahill Okafor (knee) out

Grizzlies

  • PG De’Anthony Melton (shoulder) questionable
  • SG Dillon Brooks (thigh) questionable
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

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Pistons at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Grizzlies 116, Pistons 107

Money line (ML)

The GRIZZLIES (-200) are moderate favorites over the Pistons Friday night. It’s a little surprising that the Grizzlies are that favored, however, as they have won just three of their last nine games. But that says more about the Pistons, who will be without PF Blake Griffen again as they search for a possible trade for the former All-Star forward. Memphis should win this game and should do so fairly easily. Even though the odds aren’t great, ride with the Grizzlies in this game.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The GRIZZLIES (-5) are the smart play on the spread as well despite going just 3-6 ATS in their last nine games. With this line only being five points, the margin of victory should be more than that if the Grizzlies win this game. It is worth noting that the Pistons are 4-1-1 against the spread in their last five games. But without Griffen and potentially other key contributors, this one could get ugly quickly.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 221.5 (-110) is the right play in this game despite both offenses being less-than-stellar this season. What’s more noteworthy is how poor each side is on the defensive end of the court, allowing over 112 points per game. While we could see some ugly shooting, look for the OVER to ultimately hit as the Grizzlies should score into the 110s in this game. The over has hit in five-straight games for Memphis. Look for that to happen again in this game with two bad defenses on the court.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Sacramento Kings NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Sacramento Kings (12-13) host the Memphis Grizzlies (10-11) Sunday at Golden 1 Center. The tip-off is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Grizzlies-Kings NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Memphis’ injury issues have caused a bit of a slide as the Grizzlies lost five of their last seven games to start February. Their defense has regressed this month and is dead-last in opponent’s effective field-goal shooting (eFG%) and 24th in opponent’s FTA rate.

The Kings have dropped two straight after winning four consecutive games to start the month. Sacramento PG De’Aaron Fox has been amazing this month, averaging 31.6 points and 9.0 assists in his five games in Feb. He missed the Kings’ previous game against the Orlando Magic which they lost 123-112.

Sacramento was 3-1 against Memphis last season and has won and covered the spread in five of the last six head-to-head meetings.

Grizzlies at Kings: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:40 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Grizzlies -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Kings -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Grizzlies -1.5 (-105) | Kings +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 228.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Grizzlies at Kings: Key injuries

Grizzlies

  • PF Brandon Clarke (calf) questionable
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • SG Desmond Bane (personal) out
  • PG De’Anthony Melton (shoulder) out

Kings

  • PF Marvin Bagley III (calf) questionable
  • PG De’Aaron Fox (knee) questionable

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Grizzlies at Kings: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Kings 123, Grizzlies 116

Money line (ML)

The Kings have a slightly better winning percentage because they are slightly better as a team. Sacramento shoots much better from the field (9th in eFG%, Memphis is 20th) and gets to the charity stripe at a much higher rate (sixth in free-throw rate, Memphis is 30th).

Fox’s availability is crucial information before wagering on this game. He balled out last season against the Grizzlies, scoring 25.0 points per game on 54.5% field-goal shooting (52.6% from deep) with a 126 offensive rating in four games.

I’d have to pass if Fox cannot play because Memphis has been terrible recently and I’m not betting on the Grizzlies until they get healthier. If Fox can play, I lean SACRAMENTO (-105) on the money line only because I could see an outright Kings win being a little too pricey so I’d just take them to cover the spread.

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Against the spread (ATS)

PASS on the spread because if Fox can play then the Kings are probably -130 to -140 on the money line and I’d rather bet that than fuss with the points.

If the money line goes above -140 that means Fox is active, the market is hammering the Kings because of that news and then Sacramento laying points becomes the play. The bottom line is you either bet the Kings or pass on the sides.

Over/Under (O/U)

TAKE the OVER 228.5 (-115) for 1 unit because these teams are like mirror images of each other and the closeness of their profiles equals an exciting, high-scoring affair.

Three of the four Grizzlies-Kings meetings last season went Over the total and Memphis has gone Over the total in four straight. Sacramento has a 4-1 O/U record as a home favorite this season.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Friday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Memphis Grizzlies (10-10) take on the Los Angeles Lakers (20-6) Friday night. Tip-off is at 10:05 p.m. ET at Staples Center. Below, we analyze the Grizzlies-Lakers NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Grizzlies at Lakers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Grizzlies +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Lakers -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Grizzlies +7.5 (-110) | Lakers -7.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Grizzlies at Lakers: Key injuries

Grizzlies

  • PG De’Anthony Melton (shoulder) out
  • PF Brandon Clarke (calf) out
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

Lakers

  • PF Anthony Davis (Achilles) questionable
  • PG Alex Caruso (hand) questionable

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Grizzlies at Lakers: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Lakers 117, Grizzlies 114

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line as the Lakers have played in three-straight overtime games. Without knowing the status of Davis, there just isn’t enough value for the Lakers, but it’s tough to bet on the 10-10 Grizzlies.

Instead, look at the spread as it provides a better bet on Memphis.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The GRIZZLIES +7.5 (-110) are a good bet in this game considering how poorly the Lakers have played of late. Despite winning six-straight games, the Lakers are just 2-7 against the spread in their last nine games and have let the Oklahoma City Thunder and Detroit Pistons, take them to overtime in recent contests.

While we aren’t sure Memphis will win this game, we feel confident they can stay within 7 points and keep this one close.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 220.5 (-110) is the smart play as both offenses are averaging over 110 points per game this season. Los Angeles has the fifth-ranked scoring offense at home this year, scoring nearly 118 points per game.

Meanwhile, the Grizzlies are allowing 110.9 points per game, which is good for  10th in the NBA. Both squads have an above-average defense, but the scoring shouldn’t be a problem for either team.

Look for each team to score into the 110s and for the Over to hit.

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Charlotte Hornets at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s Charlotte Hornets at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Charlotte Hornets (12-13) stop by FedExForum Wednesday for an 8 p.m. ET tip-off against the Memphis Grizzlies (9-10). Below, we analyze the Hornets-Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Charlotte followed a two-game losing skid with back-to-back wins over the Washington Wizards and Houston Rockets entering Wednesday. Over their past four games, the Hornets have the fifth-highest rebounding percentage and ninth-highest net rating.

The Grizzlies have lost four in a row following a seven-game winning streak spanning Jan. 8 to Feb. 1 and included a 12-day layoff due to COVID-19 issues. A plethora of injury and COVID-related absences for Memphis is a major contributor to its recent performance.

Memphis clobbered Charlotte 108-93 as a 4-point road underdog earlier this season to give the Grizzlies their third straight victory over the Hornets. They also covered the spread in each of those wins.

Hornets at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:25 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Hornets +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Grizzlies -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Hornets +3.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -3.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 223.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Hornets at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Hornets

  • PG Devonte’ Graham (groin) out

Grizzlies

  • PG De’Anthony Melton (shoulder) out
  • PF Brandon Clarke (calf) out
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

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Hornets at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Hornets 118, Grizzlies 109

Money line (ML)

The Hornets have played pretty well over the past couple of weeks and their offense is humming coming into Wednesday. A big reason for the improvement in the offense is rookie PG LaMelo Ball has been sensational since being inserted into the starting lineup five games ago.

Ball is averaging 22.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game over that span. As a team, Charlotte is sixth in rebounding percentage, ninth in assist to turnover ratio and 10th in offensive rating in the last five games.  Also, the injury to Grizzlies combo guard Melton is a major blow to Memphis. Melton has the highest on-off court net rating on the team (plus-20.2).

The bottom line is Memphis has too many missing pieces and Charlotte is trending up. BET HORNETS (+125) for a half-unit.

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Against the spread (ATS)

Definitely TAKE HORNETS +3.5 (-110) for insurance on the money line wager. Ultimately, Charlotte matches up really well against Memphis.

According to CleaningTheGlass.com, Memphis shoots the fifth-highest volume of mid-range shots and connects at the sixth-highest clip but Charlotte holds opponent’s to the ninth-lowest field goal percentage on mid-range attempts. While the Grizzlies do a good job protecting the rim, they are 27th in 3-point defense and the Hornets are ninth in 3-point percentage.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 223.5 (-110) is the play because of all the Over-friendly trends and how these teams match up stylistically. The Grizzlies have a 5-1 O/U record and the Hornets are 4-2 O/U over their last six.

Charlotte’s previous two games went Under the projected total but the Hornets put up 119 points in both games so they did their part. Also, the Over has cashed in five of the last seven Hornets-Grizzlies games.

It’s a fairly obvious play so I won’t hit it too hard, but I’ll BET OVER 223.5 (-115) for a half-unit.

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Toronto Raptors at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Monday’s Toronto Raptors at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Toronto Raptors (10-13) visit the Memphis Grizzlies (9-9) Monday for an 8 p.m. ET tip-off at FedExForum. Below, we analyze the Raptors-Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies have dropped three straight, including a 118-109 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Saturday. They also failed to cover the spread in each of those losses, losing by at least 9 points in all three games. They’re just 3-6 straight up at home for the season.

The Raptors had a three-game win streak snapped with a 132-121 loss at the Atlanta Hawks Saturday. Toronto failed to cover the spread as a 1-point favorite. The Raps are 4-8 away from their 2020-21 season home of Amalie Arena in Tampa, Fla.

Raptors at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Raptors -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Grizzlies +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Raptors -3.5 (-105) | Grizzlies +3.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Raptors at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Raptors

  • SF OG Anunoby (calf) out

Grizzlies

  • PF Brandon Clarke (calf) out
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • SG De’Anthony Melton (shoulder) out
  • PF Justise Winslow (hip) out

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Raptors at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Raptors 117, Grizzlies 112

Money line (ML)

Back the RAPTORS (-155) to get back on track following the loss to the Hawks. They had won their previous three games all by at least 6 points.

The Grizzlies, who had won and covered the spread in seven straight before the active losing skid, don’t match up well against how the Raps want to win games. Toronto is third in the Association in 3-point attempts per game (41.9) and ninth in success rate (37.8%). Memphis holds the opposition to 33.2 threes attempted per game but allows a success rate of 38.2% on those.

On their own, the Grizzlies are shooting just 35.4% from 3-point range as a team. Memphis has a sizable edge in both rebounds and fouls per game, but turnovers are tight and Toronto ranks 13th in free-throw attempts per field-goal attempts; the Grizzlies are last.

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Against the spread (ATS)

Get better value by backing the RAPTORS -3.5 (-105) to win by at least 3 points. Three-point and free-throw shooting both heavily favor the visitors and those factors should allow Toronto to keep some separation late in the game.

Over/Under (O/U)

Go with the OVER 224.5 (-110) but on a lighter wager. The Raptors have played to five straight Overs and the Grizzlies are 4-1 against the O/U in their last five games.

The Grizzlies have the better overall defense with 109.8 points allowed per game, but they struggle on the perimeter and Raptors Gs Kyle Lowry, Fred VanVleet and Norman Powell can take advantage of that.

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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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Houston Rockets at Memphis Grizzlies odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Houston Rockets at Memphis Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Houston Rockets (10-10) travel to meet the Memphis Grizzlies (9-7) Thursday at FedEx Forum for a 9 p.m. ET tip-off. Below, we analyze the Rockets-Grizzlies NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Rockets at Grizzlies: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Rockets +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Grizzlies -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Rockets +2.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Rockets at Grizzlies: Key injuries

Rockets

  • PG Dante Exum (calf) out

Grizzlies

  • SG Grayson Allen (health and safety protocols) out
  • PF Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) out
  • C Jonas Valanciunas (health and safety protocols) out
  • SF Justise Winslow (hip) out

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Rockets at Grizzlies: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Grizzlies 112, Rockets 107

Money line (ML)

The GRIZZLIES (-140) are a good play straight up. Yes, they were cooled off by the Indiana Pacers last time out, losing 134-116 on the road, and they hope it isn’t Groundhog Day all over again on their home floor.

The Rockets are playing for the third time in the past four days, so fatigue is a factor.

Against the spread (ATS)

The GRIZZLIES -2.5 (-110) are the public’s choice, driving the number up slightly from an opening of 1 to its current place. It’s always concering backing the same thing as Joey Public, but Memphis has just been so hot. The Grizz are 7-1 straight up and ATS across their past eight, so ride them until the wheels fall off.

On the flip side, the Rockets are a dismal 2-7 ATS in their past nine tries when playing on no rest, and they’re 3-7 ATS across the past 10 against winning teams.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 223.5 (-110) is the play here, although it certainly won’t be misconstrued for a pre-shot clock game. There will be offense, just not enough to push the total Over.

The Under is an impressive 21-5 in the past 26 home games for the Grizz, and the Under is 12-4-1 in Houston’s past 17, including 8-2 in its last 10 as a dog. The Under is also 5-2 in the previous seven meetings in Memphis.

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