Looking for Pelicans vs. Grizzlies predictions? We have you covered as the Grizzlies travel to take on the Pelicans on Tuesday, Dec 19 at 7:30 ET. Currently, the total sits at 230.5 with the Pelicans favored by 8 at home. Keep reading to get our Pelicans vs. Grizzlies player props and predictions.
Pelicans vs. Grizzlies Odds
- Spread: Pelicans -8
- Total 230.5
Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Dec 19
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans LA
- TV: TNT
Grizzlies Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 0-5 vs. the spread.
- Although Memphis has a straight up record of 5-5 in their last ten road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 6-4. The team averaged 106 points per game in these games.
- As the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have an ATS mark of just 0-3 in their last three games. Memphis posted a straight up mark of 0-3 in these matchups.
Pelicans Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Pelicans have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 5-0 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Pelicans have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 4-6 vs. the spread. The team averaged 116 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last three games as the favorite, the Pelicans have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 3-0.
Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win in New Orleans?
With a 6-19 record, the Grizzlies are below .500 and will be looking to get a win vs. the Pelicans. On the road, the Grizzlies are 5-8 compared to their 1-11 mark at home.
Most recently, the Grizzlies’ offense finished with just 97 points vs. the Thunder. For the game, they hit 19/54 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 35.3%. Desmond Bane is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 24.6 as they approach today’s matchup. In addition, Jaren Jackson Jr. brings a PPG average of 21.4 into the game.
Currently, the Grizzlies’ defense holds the 11 rank in the NBA, allowing 112.4 points per game.
So far this season, the Grizzlies’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 6th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.5 times per game vs. Memphis.
Will New Orleans Live Up to Expectations at Home?
As we get ready for today’s game, the Pelicans are looking to extend their four game winning streak. Overall, the Pelicans are 16-11 and have gone 11-9 against Western Conference teams compared to 5-2 in non-conference games.
The Pelicans offense is coming off a game where they scored 146 points against the Spurs. They posted a field goal percentage of 56.1% and connected on 22 threes. One area that the Pelicans offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 5th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 48%.
In terms of defense, Pelicans is currently on par with the NBA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 113.8 points per game.
Most recently, the Pelicans’ defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 110 points to the Spurs.
Pelicans vs. Grizzlies Player Prop
When looking at a player prop for this game, Zion Williamson has a points prop of 22.5 with both the over and under paying out at -115. For his matchup against the Pelicans, we recommend taking the under on Zion Williamson and his prop bet of 22.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 22.
- The Prop: Zion Williamson Under 22.5 Points (-115)
Pelicans vs. Grizzlies Predictions
For today’s matchup we are recommending to take the Pelicans to secure the win, with an expected final score of 119-102. When it comes to the spread, we believe they’ll cover at -8.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 230.5 and given that our model is projecting 221 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Pelicans -8