Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview
At 8:30 ET, the Bucks (-669) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (+474) in a non-conference matchup. Milwaukee is currently favored by 11.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 223.5.
This game will be played at FedExForum and can be seen on TNT. The Bucks are 35-20 and third in the Eastern Conference, while the Grizzlies are 19-36 and 13th in the Western Conference.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three games between Milwaukee and Memphis, the Grizzlies have dominated the series, going 3-0. This includes a convincing margin of victory of 30 points per contest. Across the last three head-to-head matchups, Memphis is averaging 135 points compared to Milwaukee at 105.
- When looking at their past ten road matchups, Milwaukee has an ATS record of 1-9 while averaging 115 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Memphis has an ATS record of 6-4 while averaging 107 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Grizzlies have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 3-2.
- As the betting favorite, the Bucks have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Milwaukee posted a straight up mark of 7-3 in these matchups.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
The Bucks have an overall record of 35-20 this season, which is good for 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 25-13 compared to 10-7 against the West.
Milwaukee is favored by 11.5 points today and has a record of 35-14 as the favorite this season. As the favorite, they are 20-29 against the spread, going 9-16 ATS on the road.
On the season, the Bucks have an O/U record of 29-26, and the under has hit in their last three games. Today’s line of 223.5 is lower than their season average of 238.9.
In their last game, the Bucks lost to the Heat by a score of 123-97. They were favored by 7.5 points in that game, giving them an ATS loss. The combined scoring total was 220, and the O/U line was 224.
When it comes to scoring, the Bucks are one of the best teams in the league, averaging 122.2 points per game. They have outscored the NBA scoring average in 70.9% of their games this season. In terms of pace, Milwaukee is 4th in the league at 101.4 possessions per game.
So far, the Bucks have been an excellent three-point shooting team, ranking 5th in made threes per game at 14.3. Overall, they are hitting 37% of their attempts from beyond the arc. In terms of two-point shooting, Milwaukee is 2nd in the league at 58%.
When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Bucks are 2nd in attempts at 25.7 per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 5th in the league at 49%. In terms of assists, Milwaukee is 14th in the league at 26.8 per game.
As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Bucks is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 118.9 points per game (23rd). So far this season, the Bucks’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 10th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 22.9 times per game vs. Milwaukee.
Today, the Grizzlies are looking to win their third straight game against the spread. In their last game, they covered the spread as 2.5-point underdogs in a 121-113 win over the Rockets. This improved their ATS record to 26-29 for the season.
As the underdog, Memphis has gone 21-20 against the spread this season. Currently, they are 2-point underdogs with a 13-28 record as the underdog. On average, they have been outscored by 8 points per game as the underdog.
In their games this season, the Grizzlies have averaged 220 points per game, which is lower than today’s O/U line of 223.5. Overall, their games have averaged 223.2 points per game.
The Grizzlies are 19-36 this season and are in 13th place in the Western Conference. In their last game, they beat the Rockets by a score of 121-113. In the Western Conference, they have a record of 13-24 and are 4th in the Southwest Division.
When it comes to scoring, the Grizzlies are one of the worst offensive teams in the league, averaging just 107 points per game (30th). At home, they are even worse, scoring just 104.6 points per game.
So far this season, Memphis has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 21.8% of their games. They are also one of the worst shooting teams in the league, ranking 30th in field goal percentage at 44%.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Grizzlies are 8th in made threes per game but are just 29th in three-point shooting percentage. Overall, they are 29th in true shooting percentage.
At this time, the Grizzlies’ defense is positioned 12th in the NBA, permitting 113.1 points per game. The Grizzlies defense is coming off a game in which they held the Rockets offense to just 49.4% shooting. Overall, they gave up 113 points to Houston.
In spite of being 11.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Grizzlies winning this one 128-127.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Tips
- We like the Grizzlies on the moneyline (+474)
- The Grizzlies are also our pick on the spread at +11.5
- Projecting a combined 255 points, we like the over
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
- Marcus Smart – Finger – Out
- Ja Morant – Shoulder – Out
- Brandon Clarke – Achilles – Out
- Desmond Bane – Ankle – Out
- Jake LaRavia – Ankle – Out
- Scotty Pippen Jr. – Low Back – Questionable
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Knee – Probable
- Khris Middleton – Ankle – Out
- Damian Lillard – Ankle – Probable
