Detroit Pistons vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction, Odds, Lines, Team Props – NBA, Dec. 9

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Dec 09, 2022, 4:30 PM
  • The Grizzlies (16-9) are -10.5 favorites vs. the Pistons (7-20)
  • Total (Over/Under): 227.5 points
  • Friday, December 9, 2022 at 8:00pm EST
  • Watch the game on BSSE & BSDET

The Detroit Pistons visit FedExForum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00pm EST in Memphis.

The Grizzlies are betting favorites in this NBA matchup, with the spread sitting at -10.5 (-110).

The Pistons vs Grizzlies Over/Under is 227.5 total points for the game.

So far this NBA season, the Pistons are 14-11 against the spread, while the Grizzlies are 12-12 against the spread.


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Pistons vs. Grizzlies Odds, Over/Under & Moneyline

SpreadOver / UnderMoneyline
Detroit Pistons+10.5 -110O 227.5 -110+375
Memphis Grizzlies -10.5 -110U 227.5 -110-500

Grizzlies vs Pistons Prediction for Tonight’s Game:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Grizzlies will win Friday‘s game with 73.1% confidence.

Based on recent against-the-spread (ATS) trends, the model predicts the Pistons will cover the spread for Friday‘s game with 53.0% confidence.

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


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  • The Detroit Pistons have hit the 1H Moneyline in 15 of their last 30 away games (+20.65 Units / 67% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 31 of their last 55 games (+19.94 Units / 35% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have hit the Moneyline in 25 of their last 76 games (+18.80 Units / 23% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have covered the 2Q Spread in 49 of their last 76 games (+18.66 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have covered the Spread in 32 of their last 52 games (+14.40 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1H Moneyline in 67 of their last 94 games (+37.05 Units / 22% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1H Spread in 56 of their last 82 games (+28.55 Units / 32% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 62 of their last 93 games (+24.60 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have covered the 1Q Spread in 59 of their last 93 games (+21.60 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have hit the Moneyline in 59 of their last 86 games (+20.60 Units / 10% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Pistons have gone 14-11 (+1.9 Units / 6.4% ROI).

  • 7-20 against the Moneyline (-0.75 Units / -2.71% ROI)
  • 15-12 against the Over for game total points (+1.8 Units / 6.06% ROI)
  • 12-15 against the Under for game total points (-4.5 Units / -15.15% ROI)

Against the spread this NBA season, the Grizzlies have gone 12-12 (-1.2 Units / -4.36% ROI).

  • 16-9 against the Moneyline (+5.75 Units / 11.95% ROI)
  • 12-12 against the Over for game total points (-1.2 Units / -4.36% ROI)
  • 12-12 against the Under for game total points (-1.2 Units / -4.36% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Moneyline in 29 of their last 75 games (-30.36 Units / -31% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the Team Total Under in 38 of their last 92 games (-24.55 Units / -23% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 26 of their last 73 games (-24.05 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 23 of their last 61 games (-19.62 Units / -29% ROI)
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have only hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 41 of their last 94 games (-18.96 Units / -18% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have only hit the 1Q Moneyline in 23 of their last 84 games (-26.10 Units / -30% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have only hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 33 of their last 84 games (-23.86 Units / -25% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have only hit the 4Q Moneyline in 28 of their last 81 games (-20.93 Units / -25% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have only covered the 1Q Spread in 35 of their last 84 games (-19.09 Units / -21% ROI)
  • The Detroit Pistons have only hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 13 of their last 39 away games (-15.70 Units / -37% ROI)

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Detroit Pistons: Keys to the Game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies

The Pistons are 18-63 (.222) when scoring fewer second chance points than their opponent since the start of the 2020-21 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .455

The Pistons are 2-25 (.074) when allowing 15 or more three-pointers since the start of the 2020-21 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .317

The Pistons are 1-14 (.067) when allowing 15 or more three-pointers since the start of the 2021-22 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .312

The Pistons are 3-14 (.167) when allowing fewer than 8 offense rebounds since the start of the 2021-22 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: .480

Memphis Grizzlies: Keys to the Game vs. the Detroit Pistons

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

Injury Report: Grizzlies vs. PistonsFriday‘s Game, Dec. 9

  • Desmond Bane (Grizzlies): The Grizzlies announced that Bane is projected to return in 3-4 weeks.
  • Danny Green (Grizzlies): The 76ers announced that Green has a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee.
  • Jake LaRavia (Grizzlies): LaRavia is doubtful for Friday’s (Dec. 9) game against Detroit.
  • Steven Adams (Grizzlies): Adams is questionable for Friday’s (Dec. 9) game against Detroit.
  • Cade Cunningham (Pistons): Cunningham is out for Tuesday’s (Dec. 6) game and still does not have a timetable for his return.
  • Isaiah Livers (Pistons): Livers is doubtful for Friday’s (Dec. 9) game against Memphis.

Detroit Pistons Offensive Stats & Trends

The Pistons are shooting 43% (526/1,232) this season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 47%

The Pistons have an eFG% of 49% since the start of the 2021-22 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 53%

The Pistons have a TS% of 47% since the start of the 2021-22 season — lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 50%

The Pistons are shooting 33% from three (1,035/3,150) since the start of the 2021-22 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 35%

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

Detroit Pistons Defensive Stats & Trends

The Pistons have averaged 32.1 defensive rebounds per game (5,300 rebounds/165 games) since the start of the 2020-21 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 34.1

The Pistons have averaged 31.6 defensive rebounds per game (2,943 rebounds/93 games) since the start of the 2021-22 season — 2nd lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 33.8

The Pistons have averaged 4.0 blocks per game (56 blocks/14 games) this season — tied for 7th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 5.1

The Pistons have averaged 6.2 steals per game (87 steals/14 games) this season — 5th lowest among NBA teams; League Avg: 7.4

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


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