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Game Preview Memphis Grizzlies @ New Orleans Pelicans
The Memphis Grizzlies head to the Smoothie King Center to face the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night in a Western Conference matchup. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET as both teams look to climb out of the conference cellar in this early-season clash.
Memphis enters with a 6-12 record and is dealing with a wave of injuries, including the continued absence of Ja Morant and a recent head injury to emerging big man Zach Edey. The Grizzlies are coming off a 125-115 loss to the Denver Nuggets, but solid showings from Jock Landale and Jaylen Wells show signs of life.
New Orleans, at 3-15, recently snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 143-130 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The return of Zion Williamson provided a much-needed spark, as he poured in 29 points. The Pelicans are hoping that momentum and home-court advantage will help them notch back-to-back wins for the first time this season.
Both teams are in a rebuilding phase, but their young cores and current form make this a competitive and intriguing matchup.
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Odds and Key Information
Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
Spread: Memphis Grizzlies -2.0 (-109), New Orleans Pelicans +2.0 (-110)
Moneyline: Grizzlies -133, Pelicans +112
Over/Under: 233.5
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Memphis Grizzlies Outlook
The Grizzlies are navigating a difficult stretch without their star point guard Ja Morant and key frontcourt piece Zach Edey, who exited early against Denver. Despite their 6-12 record, Memphis has been competitive in several games, thanks in part to high-effort performances from their role players.
Jock Landale posted 26 points and 10 rebounds in the loss to Denver, while Jaylen Wells added 22. The team shot 46.2% from the field, showing they can execute offensively even while shorthanded.
Memphis ranks 8th in the NBA in rebounding and 7th in assists, displaying their ability to create and capitalize on second-chance opportunities. They also shoot 81.5% from the free-throw line—an often-overlooked stat that could come into play in a close game.
Stay updated on Memphis’ outlook in the NBA Western Conference predictions.
New Orleans Pelicans Outlook
The Pelicans finally stopped the bleeding with their 143-130 win over the Bulls, ending a nine-game skid. Zion Williamson returned in dominant form, scoring 29 points and revitalizing the offense. Saddiq Bey added 20 points and 13 rebounds, further proving the Pelicans’ capability when healthy.
While New Orleans ranks poorly in overall defense, they’re third in the NBA in blocks per game (3.4) and limit opponents to just 86.8 field goal attempts per game—a sign that their defense can slow tempo and limit volume.
At 3-15, the Pelicans desperately need to build momentum. With Zion back and playing at home, the Pelicans have a window to turn their season around. However, consistency has been an issue all year.
Looking to track Zion’s comeback impact? Review the latest NBA Most Improved Player predictions.
Key Matchup Table
| Category | Memphis Grizzlies | New Orleans Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 6-12 | 3-15 |
| Points Per Game | 112.3 (23rd) | 110.6 (26th) |
| Opponent PPG Allowed | 115.4 (18th) | 119.7 (25th) |
| Rebounds Per Game | 45.3 (8th) | 42.6 (18th) |
| Blocks Per Game | 3.0 (7th) | 3.4 (3rd) |
Memphis holds advantages in rebounding and overall efficiency, while New Orleans has slight defensive shot-blocking upside.
Betting Trends
- Memphis is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games
- New Orleans is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 home games
- The Under has hit in 6 of the Grizzlies’ last 9 road games
- The Over is 4-1 in New Orleans’ last 5 home games
- The Grizzlies are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 meetings with the Pelicans
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The Lean
The Grizzlies may be battling injuries, but they’ve shown resilience and efficiency in recent outings. Even without Ja Morant and potentially Zach Edey, Memphis has produced quality results behind solid ball movement, rebounding, and offensive execution.
The Pelicans looked sharp in their recent win, but it came against a Bulls team that ranks near the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Memphis is more balanced, better defensively, and has recent success against the Pelicans.
Our model projects a final score of Grizzlies 115, Pelicans 110, making Memphis -2.0 a valuable pick.
As for the total, the line is set at 233.5. Both teams average under 113 points per game, and the projected pace suggests a lower score. The combined total projection of 225 favors the Under.
Spread Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2.0
Total Pick: Under 233.5
Projected Score: Memphis Grizzlies 115, New Orleans Pelicans 110
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