Memphis Grizzlies vs. Chicago Bulls Spread Pick

Memphis Grizzlies (49-28 SU, 36-39-2 ATS) vs. Chicago Bulls (37-40 SU, 39-38-0 ATS)
When: Sunday, April 2nd, 3:30 PM (ET)
Where: United Center, IL, Chicago
TV: NBCS

Point Spread: Mem -2.5/Chi +2.5
Total: 225.5
Money Line: Memphis Grizzlies -140/+118

Notable Injuries

Grizzlies

• Steven Adams (Out) Knee
• Brandon Clarke (Out) Achilles
• John Konchar (Questionable) Hip
• Ziaire Williams (Out) Foot
• Vince Williams Jr. (Questionable) Right Shoulder

Bulls

• Alex Caruso (Probable) Foot
• Lonzo Ball (Out) Knee
• Javonte Green (Probable) Knee
• Justin Lewis (Out) ACL

Recent Form

Heading into the game, Memphis is 49-28 overall. When taking to the road, Memphis has a mark of 15-22 and a win percentage of 41%. Currently, the team is 2nd in the Western Conference. So far, they are 36-39-2 vs. the spread. When looking at how the team has performed of late straight and vs. the spread, they are 4-1 in their past 5 games and 3-2 ATS. Over their past 10 games, they are 8-2 SU and 4-6 ATS.

In their preceding game, the Grizzlies overpowered the Clippers, earning a 108-94 win as 5-point favorites. Desmond Bane led the way for the Grizzlies, putting up 22 points on 50.0% shooting. The Grizzlies not only secured the victory but also covered the spread.

Heading into the game, Chicago is 37-40 overall. When playing at home, Chicago has a mark of 20-18 and a win percentage of 53%. Currently, the team is 10th in the Eastern Conference. So far, they are 39-38-0 vs the spread. In Chicago’s last 5 games, the Bulls have a straight-up record of 3-2 while going 3-2 in those games. Going back to the last 10, they are 6-4 and 6-4 ATS.

In their preceding game, the Bulls overpowered the Hornets, earning a 121-91 win as 11-point favorites. Zach LaVine led the way for the Bulls, putting up 23 points on 38.9% shooting. The Bulls not only secured the victory but also covered the spread.

The Historicals

In the most recent matchup between the two teams, the Grizzlies picked up the 104-89 win over the Bulls. The Grizzlies’ margin of victory was enough to cover the spread as 9.5 point favorite. This has been the only matchup between the two teams this season. Over the last 5 head to head meetings, the Grizzlies have averaged 113 points per game compared to 102 for Chicago. This has led to an ATS record of 5-0 for Memphis. Over the course of these games, they averaged 215 points per game, leading a 1-3-1 over-under record.

Analysis

This season, Memphis is among the league leaders in scoring, averaging 116.8 points per game. So far, the Grizzlies are also one of the more up-tempo teams in the league, sitting at 100.9 possessions per game. The Grizzlies have been able to put together a strong offensive attack despite sitting just 23rd in 3-point shooting percentage. Overall, they are among the league leaders in attempts at 33.8 attempts per game. Defensively, the Grizzlies have been one of the best units in the NBA, allowing just 109.93 points per game. So far, they have done an excellent job defending the 3-point arc, allowing teams to hit just 34.88%.

Ja Morant is the top scorer for Memphis, averaging 26.6 points per game. This season, his field goal percentage is 46.4%. The team’s second-leading scorer is Desmond Bane, with an average of 21.4 points per game.

This year, the Chicago offense is not only near the NBA average in points at 113.4 points per game, but they are also playing at a pace similar to the league average. So far, the Bulls are ranked 17th in possessions per contest. Chicago heads into the game as one of the top 3-point shooting teams in terms of percentage. So far, they have hit 36.6% of their looks from deep. However, they are currently ranked just 30th in 3-point attempts per contest. On defense, the Bulls are allowing an average of 112.0 points per game, placing them 17th in the league. So far, teams have shot 36.4% on their looks from outside vs Chicago. This figure places them 23rd in 3-point shooting defense.

Zach LaVine is the top scorer for Chicago, averaging 24.9 points per game. This season, his field goal percentage is 48.5%. The team’s second-leading scorer is DeMar DeRozan, with an average of 24.9 points per game.

Betting Trends

• Grizzlies are 5-11 ATS in their last 16 road games.
• Grizzlies are 1-3-1 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win of more than ten points.
• Bulls are 3-1-1 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win of more than ten points.
• Bulls are 5-2 ATS in their last seven games playing on one day of rest.

Joes Pick To Cover The Spread

Over 64% of the general betting public are backing the Memphis Grizzlies Sunday. Don’t fall for this sucker bet! The Bulls win straight up