The New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET from FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. The game will broadcast live on FDSSE.
The Grizzlies are 4.5-point favorites over the Pelicans on the spread (Grizzlies -4.5), with the over/under set at 237 total points. Memphis is a -190 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while New Orleans is +160 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Pelicans vs. Grizzlies predictions and NBA picks for Wednesday, October 22.
My Pelicans vs Grizzlies Prediction
- Pelicans vs Grizzlies pick: Zion Williamson Over 5.5 Assists (+115)
My Grizzlies vs. Pelicans best bet is on Zion Williamson over 5.5 assists, with the best price currently available at bet365. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Odds
| Pelicans Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+4.5 -110 | 237 -110o / -110u | +160 |
| Grizzlies Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-4.5 -110 | 237 -110o / -110u | -190 |
Pelicans vs Grizzlies NBA Preview
This line is basically right at where Williamson finished last season. He averaged 5.3 assists in 30 games.
The context of this Pelicans' team has changed significantly this season, though.
CJ McCollum is now in Washington. Brandon Ingram is in Toronto. Dejounte Murray is recovering from injury. Jordan Poole will start at "point guard," but he's not exactly a lead ball-handler.
Williamson will be tasked with distributing more than ever before, at least until rookie Jeremiah Fears is ready to take more of the load.
Memphis led the league in pace last season.
This game has a tight spread and the highest total of the Wednesday slate. It should be an excellent environment.
With Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke sidelined, Memphis is down to Jock Landale and Santi Aldama in the frontcourt alongside Jaren Jackson Jr.
The Grizzlies' interior defense should be vulnerable in this game.
Pelicans vs Grizzlies Best Bet
- Zion Williamson Over 5.5 Assists (+115)
Spread
I'm not interested in either side of the spread in this contest.
Moneyline
I will also be steering clear of the moneyline market.
Over/Under
My Grizzlies vs Pelicans betting prediction is on Zion Williamson over 5.5 assists at +115.
Grizzlies vs Pelicans Betting Trends
