Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 03/04/2024, 05:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 03/04/2024 at 06:03 in NBA Predictions

The Memphis Grizzlies will travel to the Fiserv Forum to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 47-28 and second in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 25-50 and 13th in the Conference standings. 

Despite enduring numerous injuries, the Memphis Grizzlies have shown remarkable resilience, refusing to back down on the court. While they've faced challenges, losing seven of their last nine games overall, the Grizzlies received a much-needed boost by ending a three-game losing streak with a hard-fought 110-108 road victory over the Pistons on Monday. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the charge with an impressive 40 points, seven rebounds, and three assists, while Luke Kennard contributed 19 points along with eight assists. Memphis currently ranks last in the NBA in scoring with 105.9 points per game, along with being at the bottom in fast break points, points in the paint per game, field goal percentage, and field goals made per game. However, their defensive performance has been a bright spot, conceding just 113.1 points per game and holding opponents to 47.5% shooting from the field and 38.1% shooting from three-point range. Unfortunately, they are still missing as many as ten players for their upcoming games.

Milwaukee currently holds a comfortable position as the Eastern Conference's second seed during this crucial phase of the regular season, maintaining a lead of one and a half games over the Cavs. However, they've encountered a rough patch, losing three of their last four games overall, and are eager to bounce back following a 117-113 road defeat against the Wizards last night. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team with an impressive triple-double, registering 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Khris Middleton contributed 24 points along with nine rebounds and six assists. The Bucks rank fourth in the NBA in scoring offense, averaging 120.3 points per game, which is 7.2 points more than the Grizzlies typically allow (113.1). However, defensively, Milwaukee has struggled, conceding an average of 116.8 points per game, placing them 21st in the NBA. Interestingly, they surrender 115.8 points per game in home games, compared to 117.9 points per game in road games. Jaylin Galloway and Damian Lillard are ruled out for this upcoming match.