Our Bucks vs Grizzlies prediction for this NBA game is Bucks -5.5, -110.
The Bucks battle the Grizzlies in this inter conference matchup. The Bucks will try to end a three-game skid, while the Grizzlies seek to be more consistent on both sides of the ball.
Offshore Odds: Bucks Are Decent Favorites on The Road
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks | -5.5 (-110) | -222 | O 224 (-110) |
| Grizzlies | +5.5 (-110) | +184 | U 224 (-110) |
Bucks Trying to Tighten up on Defense
The Bucks just lost to the Celtics on the road a few days ago, 119-108. It was a close first half, but the Bucks let the game slip away in the second half. Milwaukee shot 45 percent from the field and won 26 to 15 on free throws but lost by 10 on made three-pointers. Damian Lillard led the Bucks in scoring with 33 points.
In recent Bucks news, the team is looking for a spark from the bench, and Andre Jackson Jr. could be the answer. Giannis Antetokounmpo mentioned that the team is searching for its identity, and the 25th-ranked defense certainly isn’t helping. However, Milwaukee did show a strong effort against the elite Celtics, which could be the start of a turnaround.
Grizzlies Inconsistent Playing Style
The Grizzlies just lost to the Nets at home, 119-106. The offense got going early for both teams, but Memphis ran out of gas in the fourth quarter. The Grizzlies didn’t take care of the ball and committed 22 turnovers. Memphis shot 46 percent from the field and lost 15-8 in made three-pointers. Jaren Jackson Jr. led Memphis in scoring with 30 points.
In recent Memphis news, as injuries pile up, the locker room is becoming frustrated after another loss at home. Some of the Grizzlies’ best players are playing limited minutes as they return from injury. Memphis hasn’t been able to correct its defensive issues, and the trend of good basketball just isn’t there for them at the moment.
Bucks vs Grizzlies Prediction
Both of these teams are facing similar issues. Good basketball fundamentals are lacking, and their defenses are below average. The Bucks and Grizzlies still have All-Star players in their lineups; they just need to find their rhythm again. Milwaukee isn’t accustomed to struggling this much, and they will be the more rested team, which may help them apply some lessons learned from the Celtics game.
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