Bucks vs. Grizzlies Prediction & Odds
The Bucks are a rare underdog on Thursday night when the take on the Grizzlies at 8:00 p.m. ET in Memphis. That said, Milwaukee has struggled in previous meetings between these two teams, so is Memphis the wise play tonight?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
521 Milwaukee Bucks (+1.5) at 522 Memphis Grizzlies (-1.5); o/u 228.5
8:00 p.m. ET, Thursday, December 15, 2022
FedEx Forum, Memphis, TN
Bucks vs. Grizzlies Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 61% of public bettors are currently backing the Bucks when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Milwaukee Bucks DFS Spin
Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 30 points (9-26 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 11-17 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 30 minutes during Tuesday’s 128-111 victory over the Warriors. Antetokounmpo had a below-average night, by his standards, in terms of shooting, but he still managed to reach 30 points and secured his fourth double-double in five games. He’s also notched one steal in each of his last five matchups. Antetokounmpo continues to show why he should be considered for yet another MVP, averaging 30.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.0 block through five appearances this month.
Memphis Grizzlies DFS Spin
Ja Morant isn’t listed on the injury report ahead of Thursday’s matchup against the Bucks. Morant missed Monday’s matchup against Atlanta due to a thigh injury but submitted a full practice Wednesday and is clear of the injury report for Thursday’s matchup. The superstar guard has yet to miss back-to-back contests this year and is averaging 27.7 points, 7.8 assists, 6.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 33.0 minutes per game.
Bucks vs. Grizzlies NBA Betting Trends
Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Memphis
Under is 16-5 in Bucks last 21 road games
Under is 4-1 in Grizzlies last 5 games following a ATS win
Over is 17-6-1 in Grizzlies last 24 home games vs. a team with a winning road record
Bucks vs. Grizzlies NBA Prediction:
The Bucks are 1-4 against the spread in their last five games versus the Grizzlies, are 1-4-2 against the number in their last seven road games and are 2-7-2 at the betting window in their last 11 games following a win. On the other side, the Grizzlies are 5-0-1 against the spread in their last six games overall, are 4-0-1 against the number in their last five games after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game and are 7-1 at the betting window in their last eight home games versus a team with a road winning percentage of greater than .600.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES -1.5