Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Odds, Lines, Team Props – NBA, Nov. 15

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Nov 15, 2022, 4:30 PM
  • The Pelicans (4-2) are -3.5 favorites vs. the Grizzlies (4-2)
  • Total (Over/Under): 229.5 points
  • Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 7:30pm EST
  • Watch the game on TNT & TNT

The Memphis Grizzlies visit Smoothie King Center to take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30pm EST in New Orleans.

The Pelicans are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-115).

The Grizzlies vs Pelicans Over/Under is 228.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Grizzlies are 5-8 against the spread, while the Pelicans are 6-7 against the spread.


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Grizzlies vs. Pelicans Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Memphis Grizzlies+3.5 -105O 228.5 -115135
New Orleans Pelicans -3.5 -115U 228.5 -115-160

Pelicans vs Grizzlies Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Pelicans will win Tuesday‘s game with 55.6% confidence.

Pelicans vs Grizzlies Spread Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

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

These predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Grizzlies and Pelicans, plus recent team & player performances and defensive & offensive matchups over the last several NBA games.


  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1H Moneyline in 63 of their last 89 games (+33.75 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1H Spread in 62 of their last 95 games (+27.15 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1Q Spread in 62 of their last 95 games (+25.70 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 60 of their last 89 games (+25.20 Units / 19% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the Moneyline in 65 of their last 95 games (+24.15 Units / 10% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 50 of their last 75 games (+22.51 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 48 of their last 73 games (+20.70 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 40 of their last 63 games (+16.00 Units / 20% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have hit the 1H Game Total Under in 46 of their last 75 games (+15.10 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have covered the 3Q Spread in 47 of their last 77 games (+14.16 Units / 17% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Grizzlies have gone 5-8 (-3.8 Units / -24.68% ROI).

  • 9-5 against the Moneyline (+2.95 Units / 10.09% ROI)
  • 6-7 against the Over for game total points (-1.7 Units / -11.04% ROI)
  • 7-6 against the Under for game total points (+0.4 Units / 2.6% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Pelicans have gone 6-7 (-1.7 Units / -11.89% ROI).

  • 7-6 against the Moneyline (-4.95 Units / -16.36% ROI)
  • 8-5 against the Over for game total points (+2.5 Units / 17.48% ROI)
  • 5-8 against the Under for game total points (-3.8 Units / -26.57% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have only hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 25 of their last 75 games (-31.06 Units / -36% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have only hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 26 of their last 75 games (-28.05 Units / -34% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have only hit the Team Total Under in 33 of their last 84 games (-25.05 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have only hit the 1Q Moneyline in 33 of their last 83 games (-23.40 Units / -22% ROI)
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have only hit the 1H Game Total Over in 30 of their last 79 games (-22.80 Units / -26% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Moneyline in 25 of their last 64 games (-25.92 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 39 of their last 94 games (-22.74 Units / -21% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the Team Total Under in 41 of their last 95 games (-21.30 Units / -19% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 22 of their last 62 games (-20.60 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 38 of their last 88 games (-18.92 Units / -19% ROI)

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Memphis Grizzlies: Keys to the Game vs. the New Orleans Pelicans

The Memphis Grizzlies are 4-16 (.200) when losing the rebounding margin since the start of the 2021-22 season — ninth-worst among NBA teams. The New Orleans Pelicans have averaged 45.2 rebounds per game (4,291 rebounds/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — sixth-highest among NBA teams.

The Grizzlies are 64-34 (.653) when they win the turnover margin since the start of the 2020-21 season — 9th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .567

The Grizzlies are 54-10 (.844) when scoring 110 or more points since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 5th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .704

The Grizzlies are 37-21 (.638) when attempting 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — 9th best among NBA teams; League Avg: .549

New Orleans Pelicans: Keys to the Game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies

The Pelicans are 6-14 (.300) when scoring fewer than 10 fastbreak points since the start of the 2021-22 season — 9th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .425

The Pelicans are 11-22 (.333) when allowing 15 or more second chance points since the start of the 2021-22 season — 6th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .461

The Pelicans are 29-53 (.354) when they lose the turnover margin since the start of the 2020-21 season — 9th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .432

The Pelicans are 18-36 (.333) when their opponent attempts 25 or more free throws since the start of the 2020-21 season — tied for 7th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .451

Injury Report: Pelicans vs. GrizzliesTuesday‘s Game, Nov. 15

  • E.J. Liddell (Pelicans): The Pelicans announced that E.J. Liddell tore his right ACL and will miss most of the season.
  • Kira Lewis Jr. (Pelicans): The Pelicans announced that Lewis Jr. suffered a torn ACL and a grade 2 MCL sprain.
  • Zion Williamson (Pelicans): Williamson is questionable for Tuesday’s (Nov. 15) game against Memphis.
  • Desmond Bane (Grizzlies): Bane is doubtful for Tuesday’s (Nov. 15) game against New Orleans.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. (Grizzlies): Jackson Jr. is questionable for Tuesday’s (Nov. 15) game against New Orleans.
  • Danny Green (Grizzlies): The 76ers announced that Green has a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee.
  • Ziaire Williams (Grizzlies): The Grizzlies announced that Williams is expected to return in 4-6 weeks.

Memphis Grizzlies Offensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies have averaged 27.9 points in the paint per game (4,632 points/166 games) in the second half since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 22.9

The Grizzlies have averaged 56.5 points in the paint per game (5,372 points/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.3

The Grizzlies have averaged 57.1 points in the paint per game (2,686 points/47 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.8

The Grizzlies have averaged 56.7 points in the paint per game (4,760 points/84 games) on the road since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 47.1

New Orleans Pelicans Offensive Stats & Trends

The Pelicans have 24.5 free throw attempts per game since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 21.9

The Pelicans have averaged 11.9 offensive rebounds per game (1,987 rebounds/167 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — 2nd best among NBA teams; League Avg: 10.1

The Pelicans have made 10.2 three-pointers per game this season — 3rd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 12.1

The Pelicans are shooting 32% from three (496/1,534) in the first half since the start of the 2021-22 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 36%

Memphis Grizzlies Defensive Stats & Trends

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.2 steals per game (1,535 steals/167 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 6.1 blocks per game (294 blocks/48 games) on the road since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 4.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.3 steals per game (880 steals/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

The Grizzlies have averaged 9.1 steals per game (428 steals/47 games) at home since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

New Orleans Pelicans Defensive Stats & Trends

The Pelicans have averaged 33.1 defensive rebounds per game (3,149 rebounds/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — tied for 6th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.8

The Pelicans have averaged 8.5 steals per game (111 steals/13 games) this season — tied for 4th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.4

The Pelicans have averaged 8.5 steals per game (417 steals/49 games) on the road since the start of the 2021-22 season — 6th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6

The Pelicans have averaged 8.3 steals per game (789 steals/95 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — 7th best among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.6


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