Chicago Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Matchup

In this NBA regular season preview between Grizzlies and Bulls, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.

  • The Grizzlies head to Chicago for a matchup with the Bulls.
  • The Grizzlies are averaging 118.9 points per game so far.
  • The Grizzlies are coming off a 117-111 win vs. the Bulls.
  • The Bulls are set to host the Grizzlies at 7-10.
  • The Bulls are averaging 116.6 points per game so far.
  • The Bulls are coming off a 136-122 win vs. the Grizzlies.

Grizzlies vs Bulls Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (7-10) will host the Grizzlies (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. The Bulls are 5.5-point underdogs at home, and the over/under line is set at 243.

This game will be televised on NBA TV and will be played at the United Center in Chicago.

Grizzlies vs. Bulls Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls
  • Where: Chicago at United Center
  • Date: Saturday, November 23rd
  • Betting Odds MEM -5.5, MEM -215 | CHI +178 O/U 243

Grizzlies Preview: Do the Grizzlies Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?

With a 117-111 win over the 76ers on Wednesday, the Grizzlies improved to 9-7 this season. Memphis, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 228 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 226.5.

After a 31-31 tie in the 1st quarter, the Grizzlies took control by outscoring the 76ers 32-22 in the 2nd quarter. They entered the 4th quarter with a 90-81 lead, but Philadelphia went on an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 115-101 to 126-101.

The Grizzlies' offense was clicking in their win over the 76ers, shooting 48.2% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 44.2% clip. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 25 points, while Desmond Bane added 21 points and 10 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes.

Jaylen Wells chipped in 14 points, scoring 8 of those in the opening quarter. Bane also had a big 2nd quarter, putting up 11 points, and Jake LaRavia contributed 7 of his 11 points in the 4th.

Despite a rough start, the Grizzlies tightened up defensively in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-111 win over the 76ers. Memphis gave up 31 points in the 1st and 30 in the 4th but held Philadelphia to 28 points in the 3rd. The 76ers shot 44% from the field.

The Grizzlies limited the 76ers to 11 made threes on 33% shooting from beyond the arc. Philadelphia also went 22/24 from the free-throw line. Memphis finished with 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 14 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks.

Bulls Preview: Will Chicago Make it Happen at Home?

Memphis improved to 9-7 on the season with a 117-111 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. The Grizzlies, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total score of 228 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 226.5.

Memphis took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 32-22. They entered the 4th quarter with a 90-81 lead, but Philadelphia went on an 11-0 run to stretch their lead from 115-101 to 126-101.

The Bulls put up 136 points in their win over the Hawks, shooting 57% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 44.2% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 26 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% efficiency.

Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each added 20 points, with White dishing out 9 assists. Dosunmu shot 80% from the field, while White contributed 3 threes despite shooting just 25% from deep.

The Bulls held the Hawks to 122 points on Friday, with their best defensive efforts in the 1st and 2nd quarters, where they allowed 25 and 26 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th quarter, giving up 38 points. Chicago limited Atlanta’s three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 29% shooting.

Chicago sent Atlanta to the line 19 times, where the Hawks converted 14 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also contributed 8 steals and 10 blocked shots.

Grizzlies vs Bulls Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last three road games, Memphis has averaged 125 points per game while allowing 113. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 3-0.
  • In their last ten games at home, the Bulls have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 5-5 vs. the spread. The team averaged 118 points per game in this stretch.
  • As the betting underdog, the Bulls have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Chicago posted a straight up mark of 4-6 in these matchups.
  • Through their last three games as the favorite, the Grizzlies have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 2-1.

Grizzlies vs Bulls Prediction

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