Memphis Grizzlies (39-24) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (17-47)
March 9, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: New Orleans Pelicans +8.5; Over/Under: 238
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The Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans meet Sunday in NBA action at the Smoothie King Center. Here’s a Pelicans vs Grizzlies Prediction. This article will include a Pelicans vs Grizzlies Pick.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Thunder, beat the Mavs, and they play the Suns, Jazz, and Cavs next. The Grizzlies look to win two straight games for the first time since February 3-5.
The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123 points on 48.3 percent shooting and allowing 117 points on 45.6 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 22.7 points and 5.8 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 21.2 points and 7.4 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 35.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.7 rebounds per game.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Lakers and Rockets, and they play the Clippers, Magic, and Spurs next. The Pelicans have lost three straight games and are now 30 games below a .500 record.
The New Orleans Pelicans are averaging 110.9 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 119.3 points on 48.4 percent shooting. Zion Williamson is averaging 24.6 points and 7.4 rebounds, while CJ McCollum is averaging 21.5 points and 3.7 rebounds. Trey Murphy III is the third double-digit scorer and Brandon Boston is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The New Orleans Pelicans are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75.8 percent from the free throw line. The New Orleans Pelicans are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.
Why the New Orleans Pelicans will win
- The Grizzlies have lost six of their last eight games as road favorites following a road win.
- The Pelicans have won four of their last six games as home underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Pelicans have covered the spread in each of their last six games as home underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Pelicans have lost each of their last 11 games as underdogs against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last 11 games as road favorites against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Pelicans have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games as underdogs against Southwest Division opponents.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the Grizzlies’ last six games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Grizzlies’ last eight road games following a road win has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Pelicans’ last six Sunday games as home underdogs has gone OVER the total points line.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Injury Report
The Pelicans will be without Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown, Brandon Boston, and Herbert Jones, as none of them played yesterday.
The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama, and Zyon Pullin. Luke Kennard is doubtful with a back injury.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Prediction
The Grizzlies need to take advantage of games like this if they’re serious about making a playoff run this season. The problem is the Grizzlies have been in a funk since the all-star break as they’ve lost seven of their last 10 games and are 1-8-1 ATS during that span. We’ve seen the Grizzlies lose three times this month at home in their favorite role. The Pelicans have played better ball since getting healthier, and 11 of their 17 wins have come at home. The Grizzlies should win, but I’m not excited to lay this many points. Give me the Pelicans and the points.
