The Washington Wizards (4-21) and Memphis Grizzlies (13-14) meet Saturday at 8 p.m. ET from FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Wizards vs. Grizzlies odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
2024-25 season series: Grizzlies won 2-0
The Wizards lost to the San Antonio Spurs 119-94 Thursday and failed to cover as a 16-point road underdog with the Under (241) cashing. Washington was led by C Alex Sarr, who scored 18 points. The Wizards, who have the worst record in the Eastern Conference, are just 1-5 straight up and 2-4 against the spread (ATS) over their last 6 contests. They are 8-17 ATS on the season.
The Grizzlies topped the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-110 Wednesday, covering as a 6.5-point road underdog. The Under (227) hit. F Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way for Memphis, scoring 28 points on 10-for-18 shooting. Despite still being below .500, the Grizzlies are 7-2 straight up and ATS over their last 9 games. They are 13-14 ATS on the season.
Wizards at Grizzlies odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:50 a.m. ET.
Moneyline (ML): Wizards +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Grizzlies -800 (bet $800 to win $100)Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +12.5 (-105) | Grizzlies -12.5 (-115)Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)Wizards at Grizzlies key injuries
Wizards
G Corey Kispert (thumb) outF Khris Middleton (knee) questionable
Grizzlies
C Zach Edey (ankle) outG Ty Jerome (calf) outG Ja Morant (ankle) outG Vince Williams Jr. (knee) out
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Wizards at Grizzlies picks and predictionsPrediction
Grizzlies 122, Wizards 108
PASS.
No interest. Expect the Grizzlies (-750) to win, and by a sizable margin.
BET GRIZZLIES -12.5 (-115).
The Grizzlies have been on a torrid pace after a rough start to the season. Their defense has found its rhythm, allowing 110 points or fewer in 4 of their previous 5 games. Memphis is 4-1 ATS in those, and against a weak Wizards offense, the Grizzlies’ defense should limit Washington enough to cover.
Washington is just 3-5 ATS in its last 8 games and has gone 1-3 ATS in its last 4 away battles. The Wizards’ offense has been incredibly inconsistent, scoring 108 or fewer in 4 of their last 6 performances.
Take GRIZZLIES -12.5 (-115).
BET UNDER 231.5 (-115).
If the above didn’t tell you enough about the Wizards’ offensive struggles, they rank 29th in offensive rating and 24th in turnover rate. They’ve had immense issues on that side of the court.
The Grizzlies, especially without Morant, have had their own shortcomings, sitting 24th in offensive rating. They’ve scored 119 or fewer in 6 of their last 8 games. Back UNDER 231.5 (-115).
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