The Memphis Grizzlies (22-36) and Indiana Pacers (15-45) will clash in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 5:00 p.m. ET from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The game will broadcast live on FDSIN.
The Pacers are 1-point favorites over the Grizzlies on the spread (Pacers -1), with the over/under set at 238 total points. Indiana is a -115 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while Memphis is -105 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into our Grizzlies vs. Pacers predictions and NBA picks for Sunday, March 1.
Grizzlies vs Pacers Prediction, Picks
- Grizzlies vs Pacers pick: Over 238 (-110)
Our Pacers vs Grizzlies best bet is Over 238 total points. Make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Grizzlies vs Pacers Odds
| Grizzlies Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1 -110 | 238 -110o / -110u | -105 |
| Pacers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1 -110 | 238 -110o / -110u | -115 |
Grizzlies vs Pacers NBA Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies head to Gainbridge Fieldhouse to face the Indiana Pacers as both teams try to steady themselves through injury-ridden stretches.
Indiana is wrapping up a homestand before a West Coast swing, while Memphis arrives with a bit of momentum after a convincing road win in Dallas.
That result snapped a recent skid and showed the Grizzlies can still generate offense even with Ja Morant sidelined.
Memphis has leaned heavily on young contributors to keep the scoring afloat.
GG Jackson and Olivier-Maxence Prosper have repeatedly stepped into featured roles, and the team has shown a willingness to push tempo despite missing key pieces.
Indiana is dealing with similar depth challenges, but has found production in expanded opportunities.
Andrew Nembhard has delivered a string of 20-point performances, while Obi Toppin has recently rejoined the rotation on limited minutes as he works back into form.
The matchup profile leans offense-friendly.
Indiana’s defensive numbers have lagged throughout the season, and Memphis has been more comfortable in up-and-down games, especially on the road.
Even with inconsistent records, both teams have shown the ability to produce scoring bursts when rotations tighten and young players are given freedom.
Grizzlies vs Pacers Predictions, Betting Analysis
Backing the Over aligns with our “Contrarian Overs, Good Road Teams” totals betting system.
The concept highlights regular-season games outside divisional play where the market expectation tilts too far toward lower scoring. In these spots, a confident road team coming off a decisive victory can dictate tempo, forcing a faster game than projected.
Memphis checks those boxes after its recent road win, and its current rotation has shown a willingness to attack early in possessions rather than slow the game down.
With public sentiment often influenced by injuries and recent losses, totals can be shaded downward even when structural factors still support pace.
Indiana’s defensive vulnerabilities and Memphis’ readiness to run create the kind of environment where scoring can exceed conservative expectations.
If the visiting side pushes tempo and Indiana responds offensively at home, the game flow favors sustained scoring rather than half-court stagnation.
Pick: Over 238 (-110)
