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The Memphis Grizzlies (55-25) and the New Orleans Pelicans (36-44) will meet on Saturday, April 9 in Memphis at FedExForum. The Grizzlies, the home team, have come out on top in seven out of the last 10 games, whereas the visiting Pelicans have won seven out of the last 10 games. The action starts at 5:00 PM CT, so place your bets now!
Head-to-head, how does Memphis measure up versus New Orleans historically?
These teams have played in three matchups this season and the Grizzlies have claimed victory twice against the Pelicans. That said, the score was 132-111 in favor of the Grizzlies the most recent time they met up on March 8, 2022. In that game, the Grizzlies had a 56.14% and a 36.36% field goal percentage and three pointer percentage respectively. In addition, the Pelicans had a 55.56% field goal percentage and a 55.56% 3pt percentage. Regarding rebounds, the Grizzlies totaled 8, whereas the Pelicans had 8. Concerning assists, the former had 30 and the latter earned 24. The end of the regular season is upon us, so which side will you bet on to conquer their competition on Saturday? The Grizzlies, playing with the home court advantage, or the Pelicans, as the visitors?
Betting Preview for the Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA Game on April 9 2022
Where:
FedExForum in Memphis
When:
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Betting on the Memphis Grizzlies
Record:
55-25 |
Southwest Division Standing:
1
The Memphis Grizzlies were beaten by the Denver Nuggets in their most recent game on Thursday, 122-109, due in part to a less than stellar performance from the team’s heavy hitters. Anderson came up with 11 points, whereas John Konchar had six points. The Grizzlies are the division leader right now. Be sure to review our evaluation of the odds for Saturday’s game below and think about how the squad’s recent performance could influence their meeting versus New Orleans.
Absences and Injuries
The Grizzlies are without Killian Tillie (Knee), JA Morant (Knee), Jarrett Culver (Knee), and Tyrell Terry (Foot).
Betting on the New Orleans Pelicans
Record:
36-44 |
Southwest Division Standing:
3
The New Orleans Pelicans have come out on top in seven out of the last 10 games and are currently in 9th place in the conference. In their latest game, they beat the Portland Trail Blazers 127-94, due to a steady efforts from Willy Hernangomez and Cj Mccollum. To that point, Hernangomez supplied 17 points and 14 rebounds. Cj Mccollum had 23 points. Check out our analysis further down to learn how this performance has cast their odds for the upcoming game against Memphis on Saturday.
Absences and Injuries
The Pelicans are lacking Zion Williamson (Foot). Brandon Ingram (Hamstring) will be questionable.
Grizzlies vs Pelicans | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick:
New Orleans Pelicans (+200) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies are considered to be the favorite by many. The team is relishing in a productive beginning to April with a win percentage of 70% in the last 10 games (seven wins and three losses). Comparatively, the New Orleans Pelicans’ win percentage is at 70% in the last 10 games (a record of seven wins and three losses).
Over/Under Pick:
Over 230.5 Total Points (-110) at Pointsbet
The Grizzlies have logged an average of 120.0 points a game in the 10 games since March 18, though the team’s average per game, 124.8, has been higher when playing at home. On the other side of the court, the Pelicans have registered 114.6 points per outing over their most recent 10 games, even though while playing away their per game average has been higher at 112.33.
Spread Pick:
New Orleans Pelicans 6 Points (-112) at FanDuel
The New Orleans Pelicans will need to lose by less than the amount of the spread or win outright in order to cover.
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