Bulls vs Grizzlies Prediction, Odds, Best Bets & Team Props – NBA, Feb. 8

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Feb 08, 2024, 4:30 PM
  • The Bulls are -6.5 favorites vs. the Grizzlies
  • Total (Over/Under): 216.5 points
  • Watch the game on BSSM | NBCH

The Chicago Bulls visit FedExForum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00pm EST in Memphis, TN.

The Bulls are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -6.5 (-110).

The Bulls vs Grizzlies Over/Under is 216.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Bulls are 26-24 against the spread, while the Grizzlies are 24-27 against the spread.


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Bulls vs. Grizzlies Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Chicago Bulls-6.5 -110O 216.5 -105-250
Memphis Grizzlies +6.5 -110U 216.5 -115+195

Grizzlies vs Bulls Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

The winning team model predicts the Bulls will win Thursday‘s game with 71.7% confidence, factoring in game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups for both Bulls and Grizzlies.

Grizzlies vs Bulls Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread (ATS) trends, the model predicts the Bulls will cover the spread for Thursday‘s game with 51.0% confidence.


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  • The Chicago Bulls have covered the 4Q Spread in 46 of their last 71 games (+18.85 Units / 24% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 43 of their last 71 games (+16.10 Units / 20% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 44 of their last 76 games (+13.90 Units / 15% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 38 of their last 62 games (+12.00 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 33 of their last 58 games (+9.25 Units / 13% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 52 of their last 81 games (+20.05 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the Team Total Under in 23 of their last 28 games at home (+17.40 Units / 55% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1H Moneyline in 9 of their last 15 games (+14.15 Units / 94% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the Game Total Under in 21 of their last 28 games at home (+13.30 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 26 games (+12.15 Units / 39% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Bulls have gone 26-24 (-0.4 Units / -0.71% ROI).

  • 24-27 against the Moneyline (-1.95 Units / -2.65% ROI)
  • 26-24 against the Over for game total points (-0.4 Units / -0.71% ROI)
  • 24-26 against the Under for game total points (-4.6 Units / -8.2% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Grizzlies have gone 24-27 (-5.75 Units / -10.23% ROI).

  • 18-33 against the Moneyline (-0.25 Units / -0.41% ROI)
  • 21-30 against the Over for game total points (-12 Units / -21.39% ROI)
  • 30-21 against the Under for game total points (+6.9 Units / 12.3% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the Team Total Over in 32 of their last 84 games (-27.65 Units / -29% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 29 of their last 81 games (-27.60 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only covered the 2Q Spread in 32 of their last 84 games (-24.25 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 2Q Moneyline in 31 of their last 80 games (-20.65 Units / -22% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 34 of their last 83 games (-20.60 Units / -22% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have only covered the 1Q Spread in 31 of their last 79 games (-21.30 Units / -25% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have only hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 24 of their last 62 games (-18.10 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have only hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 34 of their last 80 games (-17.55 Units / -19% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have only hit the 1Q Moneyline in 32 of their last 79 games (-16.75 Units / -17% ROI)
  • The Chicago Bulls have only hit the Team Total Over in 37 of their last 81 games (-13.20 Units / -14% ROI)

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Chicago Bulls: Keys to the Game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies

The Bulls are winless (0-12) when allowing an eFG of 60% or better this season — tied for lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .178

The Bulls were 10-16 (.385) when their opponent attempts 25 or more free throws last season — 8th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .457

The Bulls are 5-14 (.263) when scoring fewer second chance points than their opponent this season — tied for 7th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .420

The Bulls are 2-15 (.118) when allowing their opponent to shoot 50% or better from the field this season — 6th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .225

Memphis Grizzlies: Keys to the Game vs. the Chicago Bulls

The Grizzlies were 26-11 (.703) when allowing 15 or more second chance points last season — 2nd best among NBA teams; League Avg: .466

The Grizzlies are winless (0-16) when allowing their opponent to shoot 50% or better from the field this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .225

The Grizzlies are winless (0-14) when scoring fewer than 100 points since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .086

The Grizzlies are winless (0-10) when allowing an eFG of 60% or better this season — tied for lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .178

Injury Report: Grizzlies vs. BullsThursday‘s Game, Feb. 8

  • Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies): Shoulder, Out For Season
  • Brandon Clarke (Memphis Grizzlies): Achilles, Out
  • Desmond Bane (Memphis Grizzlies): Ankle, Out
  • Steven Adams (Memphis Grizzlies): Knee, Out For Season
  • Jake LaRavia (Memphis Grizzlies): Ankle, Out
  • Vince Williams Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies): Knee, Game Time Decision
  • Marcus Smart (Memphis Grizzlies): Finger, Out
  • Luke Kennard (Memphis Grizzlies): Knee, Game Time Decision
  • John Konchar (Memphis Grizzlies): Ankle, Game Time Decision
  • Ziaire Williams (Memphis Grizzlies): Hand, Game Time Decision
  • Derrick Rose (Memphis Grizzlies): Hamstring, Game Time Decision
  • Torrey Craig (Chicago Bulls): Heel, Out
  • Lonzo Ball (Chicago Bulls): Knee, Out For Season
  • Zach LaVine (Chicago Bulls): Ankle, Out
  • Patrick Williams (Chicago Bulls): Foot, Out

Chicago Bulls Offensive Stats & Trends

The Bulls averaged 4.9 second chance points per game (400 points/82 games) in the first half last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 6.7

The Bulls have averaged 21.3 points in the paint per game (1,084 points/51 games) in the first half this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 25.5

The Bulls made 10.4 three-pointers per game last season — tied for lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 12.3

The Bulls have averaged 5.5 second chance points per game (738 points/133 games) in the first half since the start of the 2022-23 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 6.7

Memphis Grizzlies Offensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies had a TS% of 44% in close and late situations last season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 49%

The Grizzlies are shooting 44% (1,972/4,503) this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 48%

The Grizzlies have averaged 104.4 points per game (2,401 points/23 games) at home this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 116.8

The Grizzlies are shooting 43% (867/2,031) at home this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 48%

Chicago Bulls Defensive Stats & Trends

The Bulls have averaged 7.8 steals per game (399 steals/51 games) this season — tied for 7th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.4

The Bulls averaged 36.1 defensive rebounds per game (2,958 rebounds/82 games) last season — 8th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 35.2

The Bulls have 399 steals this season — 8th most among NBA teams

The Bulls averaged 7.9 steals per game (644 steals/82 games) last season — 7th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.3

Memphis Grizzlies Defensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies averaged 8.3 steals per game (680 steals/82 games) last season — tied for 2nd best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.3

The Grizzlies allowed opponents to shoot 44% (1,645/3,735) in the first half last season — best among NBA defenses; League Avg: 48%

The Grizzlies averaged 36.9 defensive rebounds per game (3,022 rebounds/82 games) last season — 4th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 35.2

The Grizzlies averaged 5.8 blocks per game (473 blocks/82 games) last season — tied for 2nd best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.7


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