Grizzlies vs. Nuggets Predictions, Odds & Player Props – Friday, Oct 27

Apr 26, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and forward Xavier Tillman (2) get back on defense during the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers during game five of the 2023 NBA playoffs at FedExForum.
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Need a Grizzlies vs. Nuggets prediction? We’ve got what you need, as the Nuggets hit the road to face the Grizzlies on Friday, Oct 27 at 7:00 ET. The current total stands at 222.5, with the Nuggets being favored by 5 as they play on the road.

Grizzlies vs. Nuggets Odds

  • Spread: Nuggets -5
  • Total 222.5

Game Info

  • Date: Friday, Oct 27
  • Time: 7:00 ET
  • Location: FedExForum, Memphis TN
  • TV: BSSE

Nuggets Betting Trends

  • Over their last five games, the Nuggets have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • Denver has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 110 points per game while allowing 100. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-0.
  • Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Nuggets have gone 6-4 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 9-1.

Grizzlies Betting Trends

  • In their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
  • Although Memphis has a straight up record of 1-4 in their last five home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 1-4. The team averaged 106 points per game in these games.
  • As the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have an ATS mark of just 1-4 in their last five games. Memphis posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.

Can the Nuggets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?

Most recently, the Nuggets faced off against the Lakers and emerged victorious with a final score of 119-107. The Nuggets, who were favored by 4.5 points, successfully covered the spread. Additionally, the combined score of 226 fell short of the over/under line of 229.5.

In their most recent game, the Denver Nuggets made 14 out of 34 three-point attempts against the Los Angeles Lakers, had a 9 out of 12 success rate from the free throw line, and secured 9 offensive rebounds.

Defensively, the Nuggets allowed 107 points, recorded 9 steals, and forced 11 turnovers in their most recent game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Can Memphis Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?

Most recently, the Grizzlies faced off against the Pelicans and were beaten, resulting in a final score of 111-104. The Grizzlies had a -1 spread in their favor, but the combined score of the game was 215, falling short of the over/under line of 224.5.

In their most recent game, the Memphis Grizzlies had 12 offensive rebounds. They also made 12 out of 43 attempted three-point shots and had a free throw shooting percentage of 16 out of 20.

On defense vs. the Pelicans, the Memphis Grizzlies recorded 8 steals and 29 defensive rebounds in their most recent game. They also allowed a total of 111 points.

Grizzlies vs. Nuggets Player Prop

A player prop we are looking at is Nikola Jokic and his points prop of 27.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -120 while the under is at -110. Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with a stat line of 22 points, 9 and 6 assists. As for his points prop, we like the under at 27.5.

The Prop: Nikola Jokic Under 27.5 Points | -110 at FanDuel Sportsbook

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Grizzlies vs. Nuggets Predictions

In this Nuggets vs. Grizzlies matchup, our point-spread bet is on the Grizzlies at +5. While we project the Nuggets to win 107-106, our recommendation is to bet on the Grizzlies for the point-spread.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 222.5 and our model has the Nuggets and Grizzlies finishing with a combined 213 points. Our pick is to take the under.

The Pick: Grizzlies +5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook