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Two teams that have gone different directions will meet on Saturday, when the New York Knicks visit Memphis to take on the Grizzlies. Both teams will look to return to winning ways, as Knicks and Grizzlies lost to Dallas Mavericks (124-128 on Thursday) and LA Clippers (128-119 on Friday), respectively.
The Knicks attempt to maintain a Top-4 push in the Eastern Conference, whereas the Grizzlies want to overcome their early struggles and turn things around. This is the first meeting between the two franchises in the 2023-24 season. Memphis swept the season series last year (2-0), but New York is the better team this season.
With that in mind, let's take a look at betting tips, preview and predictions for Saturday's game at FedEx Forum.
New York Knicks vs Memphis Grizzlies preview, prediction, odds and betting tips
The game between the New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies takes place at FedExForum in Memphis on Saturday, January 13. Fans can watch it on NBA League Pass, while Bally Sports Midwest and MSG Plus TV will also cover the game.
Moneyline: Knicks (-310) vs Grizzlies (+310)
Spread: Knicks - 7.5 (-112) vs Grizzlies + 7.5 (-108)
Total (O/U): Knicks -110 (Over 225) vs Grizzlies -110 (Under 225)
New York Knicks vs Memphis Grizzlies preview
The Knicks have won six of their last 10 games and five of their last six. They have been playing consistent basketball since the arrival of OG Anunoby from the Toronto Raptors and they are just a game behind the Indiana Pacers, who hold the fourth place in the East with 23 wins and 15 losses.
The Grizzlies have been battling injuries and struggles all season long. Ja Morant missed the first 25 games of the season due to his suspension and played just nine times before suffering a season-ending right shoulder injury.
Veteran star guard Marcus Smart will be out for six weeks with a right ring finger injury, while Desmond Bane had to leave Friday's game vs the Clippers with a left ankle sprain.
New York Knicks vs Memphis Grizzlies betting tips
Jalen Brunson is questionable to play with a left calf contusion, so we will go with OG Anunoby for this one. Anunoby is averaging 13.5 points and 5.2 rebounds per game with the Knicks, so an over 14.5 points (-105) and over 4.5 rebounds (-125) looks like a decent option.
Julius Randle's over 31.5 points (-111) and over 8.5 rebounds (-139) is also a decent betting option, with Randle having averages of 24.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game and 30.3 points over his last three games.
New York Knicks vs Memphis Grizzlies prediction
Based on their current form and the injuries that key Memphis players have been dealing with, it would be a major upset for the Knicks if they lost this one. Betting experts favor New York to win this one and maintain its momentum.
