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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans, another article in our weekly series of free NBA betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NBA betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, April 5th.
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Today's Betting Overview - Grizzlies @ Pelicans
The Grizzlies take on the Pelicans on Wednesday, April 5th at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Memphis Grizzlies (50-29) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (40-39)
- Date: Wednesday, April 5th
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
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Grizzlies
- Steven Adams (Out) Knee
- Dillon Brooks (Out) Hip
- Brandon Clarke (Out) Achilles
- Ziaire Williams (Out) Foot
- Jake LaRavia (Out) Calf
Pelicans
- Zion Williamson (Out) Hamstring
- Jose Alvarado (Out) Lower Leg
- EJ Liddell (Out) Knee
Memphis Grizzlies - NBA Betting Analysis
The Grizzlies enter today's game looking to build some momentum after a 119-109 win over the Trail Blazers. Desmond Bane and his 30 led the way for the Grizzlies. Heading into their previous matchup against the Trail Blazers, the Grizzlies were favored by -18.5, giving them an ATS loss.
With the win, the team has moved to 50-29, placing them 2nd in the Western Conference. So far this season, they have gone 35-6 at home and 15-23 on the road. The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in two straight games and have an overall ATS record of 36-41.
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This season, the Grizzlies' offense has been excellent, ranking 9th in the NBA at 116.7 points per game. Memphis has averaged 115 points per contest over their last five games. Memphis has used pace to its advantage this season, averaging 100.8 possessions per game, which is the 9th most in the league. This up-tempo style has made up for a three-point field goal percentage of 35.1% (22nd). In terms of getting to the free-throw line, the Grizzlies are 12th in the NBA in attempts while connecting at a rate of 73.3%.
This season, the Grizzlies have allowed an average of 109.9 points per game, good for 11th in the league. In terms of three-point shooting, opponents have knocked down 34.9% of their looks from beyond the arc (8th) and 45.5% of their overall field goal attempts. Memphis' overall defensive numbers have been good despite the unit's struggles on the glass, sitting just 19th in defensive rebounds per game. The Grizzlies are also a below-average group in forced turnovers, at just 12.9 per game.
New Orleans Pelicans - NBA Betting Analysis
In New Orleans' most recent game, Brandon Ingram led the team in scoring with 22 points, but the Pelicans fell to the Kings by a score of 121-103 to the Kings. Going into the game, New Orleans was a 4.0-point favorite, adding an ATS loss to their resume.
Now, the Pelicans' overall record sits at 40-39, placing them 8th in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 25-14 and 15-25 on the road. New Orleans' record against the spread is below .500 at 38-41.
In their last five games, the Pelicans have averaged 113 points per contest which is similar to their season average. Overall, New Orleans is ranked 15th in the league with a scoring average of 114.2 points per game. The Pelicans have struggled with three-point shooting, making only 36.3% of their attempts, placing them just 14th in the league. Their overall field goal percentage enters as 48.0% (16th). Additionally, the team's pace of play is slower than the league average, at 99.2 possessions per game, placing them 14th. In terms of getting to the line, the Pelicans are 12th in attempts and 30th in free-throw shooting percentage.
The Pelicans enter today's game ranked 11th in the league with an average of 109.9 points allowed per game. Opponents have a 34.9% success rate from three-point range and have an overall field goal percentage of 45.5%. However, New Orleans' has shown some weaknesses on the boards, ranking 19th in defensive rebounds per game. They are also a below-average unit at forcing turnovers, at just 14.0 per game.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Grizzlies vs. Pelicans
Today's matchup will be the 3rd game of the season between the Grizzlies and Pelicans. So far, the Grizzlies have the leg up in the series 2-1. In the last head-to-head matchup, the Pelicans were favored by 1.5 points. Even though they won straight up by a score of 113-102, they did not cover the spread. The combined 215 points failed to exceed the over/under line of 224.0.
In the Grizzlies' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight-up record of 2-3 while going 3-2 against the spread. Across their last three road games, they are 1-2 ATS and 2-1 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 5-5 with an average of 238 points per contest.
Across New Orleans' last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 4-1 while going 4-1 straight-up. As the favorite, the Pelicans are 2-1 straight up on an average scoring differential of 9 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 2-1. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 224 points per game and an over/under mark of 2-8.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: NO -5.5
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 232.0
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