Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Odds & Picks – 12/27/2024

• Date: December 27, 2024
• Venue: Smoothie King Center

Betting Odds

Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

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Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies (21-10) face off against the New Orleans Pelicans (5-26) in a highly anticipated Friday night matchup. Set to tip-off at 8:00 PM ET at the Smoothie King Center, this game carries significant weight as both teams are divisional rivals, adding extra motivation to secure a win.

This contest features two teams on a back-to-back schedule, which could be a disadvantage for both sides. The Grizzlies are coming off a high-scoring victory against the Toronto Raptors, winning 155-126, while the Pelicans are struggling, having lost their last eight games, including a 128-111 defeat to the Houston Rockets.

Despite being on the road, the Grizzlies enter as heavy favorites, currently favored by 9.5 points, with a moneyline of -420, translating to an implied win probability of 78%. Meanwhile, the Pelicans, sitting at +340 on the moneyline, have an implied win probability of 22%. The disparity in records and recent performances heavily favors Memphis, who has won 18 of their last 25 games.

For those interested in player props, Ja Morant's Points and Rebounds market is gaining traction among bettors, with the current line set at Over 29.5 Points and Rebounds (-110). Sharp bettors seem to believe this line is mispriced, indicating a strong belief in Morant's ability to contribute significantly in this matchup.

Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

Final Score: Memphis Grizzlies 128.15 vs New Orleans Pelicans 116.08

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