Chicago Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Preview
At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies will travel to the United Center in Chicago to take on the Bulls. The Bulls (-321) are favored by 7.5 points over the Grizzlies (+256). The over/under line is currently sitting at 214.5 points.
This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBCS. Memphis is currently 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-26, while Chicago is 9th in the East at 20-23.
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Chicago Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The Grizzlies and Bulls did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Grizzlies have a record of 2-1. The Grizzlies also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 218 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-2.
- Memphis has played well in their previous 5 road games, going 3-2 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 115 points per game while allowing 113. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- Although Chicago has a straight up record of 5-5 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 5-4-1. The team averaged 112 points per game in these games.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the underdog, the Grizzlies have a straight up record of 2-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 2-3.
- Through their previous three contests as the betting favorite, the Bulls have a strong record of 2-1. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-2.
Chicago Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
So far this season, Memphis has been the underdog in 28 of their 41 games. As the underdog, they have gone 9-19 straight up and 12-16 against the spread. On average, they have been outscored by 7.6 points per game as the underdog.
On the road, the Grizzlies are 12-10 ATS compared to 5-14 ATS at home. As the underdog, they are 12-16 ATS on the road. Memphis has lost three straight games against the spread as the favorite.
In their last game, the Grizzlies lost to the Timberwolves by a score of 118-103. They were 12-point underdogs in that game. The O/U line for the game was 215 points.
This season, Memphis has an O/U record of 17-23-1. In their games, the average combined scoring total is 221.5 points, and today’s O/U line is set at 214.5.
Currently, the Grizzlies are 15-26 overall and are in 13th place in the Western Conference. Against the West, they are 12-21 and 3-5 in non-conference games.
So far this season, the Grizzlies have been one of the worst scoring teams in the league, averaging just 108.1 points per game (29th). However, when playing on the road, their scoring has increased to 110.7 points per game (22nd).
When it comes to pace, Memphis is 12th in the NBA at 99.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 29th at 43%. Inside the arc, the Grizzlies are shooting 51% (28th).
When it comes to three-point shooting, Memphis is 9th in the league in made threes at 13.5 per game. However, their overall three-point shooting percentage is just 34% (29th).
Coming into the game, the Grizzlies defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 41.5% of their games. Currently, they are 13th in the NBA at 113.3 points per game allowed. Opponents are hitting 52.6% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 38.5% of their three-point attempts.
The Bulls are favored by 7.5 points at home today, and they have gone 2-0 as the favorite. In their last four games, they have been the favorite and have a record of 12-7 on the season.
Chicago’s most recent game was a 116-110 win over the Raptors. They were favored by 2 points in that game, giving them an ATS win. The O/U line for that game was 228.5.
On the season, the Bulls have an O/U record of 21-21-1, and their last two games have gone under the posted total. Today’s O/U line is set at 214.5.
In games against other Eastern Conference teams, the Bulls are 13-16, which puts them 9th in the standings. Overall, they are 20-23 and 4th in the Central Division.
This season, Chicago has an average scoring differential of +1.4 points per game at home. Their ATS record at home is 13-10 and 9-9 as the favorite.
Heading into tonight’s game, the Bulls are 26th in the league in scoring at 110.2 points per game. At home, they are averaging 111 points per game compared to 109.4 on the road.
Chicago is 28th in pace at 96.7 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, the Bulls are 25th in the NBA at 46%. From two-point range, they are 26th in the league at 51%.
So far this season, the Bulls have made an average of 11.7 three-pointers per game, which is 27th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, they are 24th in the league at 16.4 made free throws per game.
So far, the Bulls’ defense is ranked 12th in the league at 112.4 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Bulls squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.5% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 36.3% from downtown.
In spite of being 7.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Grizzlies winning this one 110-107.
Chicago Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Tips
- We like the Grizzlies on the moneyline (+256)
- The Grizzlies are also our pick on the spread at +7.5
- Projecting a combined 217 points, we like the over
Chicago Bulls Injury Report
- Zach LaVine – Ankle – Doubtful
- Andre Drummond – Back – Probable
- Lonzo Ball – Knee – Out
- Torrey Craig – Right Foot – Out
- Patrick Williams – Ankle – Questionable
- Ayo Dosunmu – Shoulder – Probable
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
- Derrick Rose – Hamstring – Out
- Marcus Smart – Finger – Out
- Steven Adams – Knee – Out
- Ja Morant – Shoulder – Out
- Brandon Clarke – Achilles – Out
- Desmond Bane – Ankle – Out
- Jake LaRavia – Ankle – Out
