The New York Knicks (38-20) and Memphis Grizzlies (38-20) will meet in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. The game will broadcast live on NBA League Pass.
The Grizzlies are 4-point favorites over the Knicks on the spread (Grizzlies -4), with the over/under set at 244.5 total points. Memphis is a -170 favorite to win outright, while New York is +142 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Knicks vs. Grizzlies predictions and NBA picks for Friday, February 28.
Knicks vs. Grizzlies Picks, Prediction
Spread
I will not be betting either side of the spread in tonight's contest.
Over/Under
My Grizzlies vs. Knicks best bet is on the Under at 244.5 total points, with the best line currently available at DraftKings. But as always, make sure to shop for the best line using our live NBA odds page.
My Pick: Under 244.5
Knicks vs. Grizzlies Odds
| Knicks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+4 -110 | 244.5 -110o / -110u | +142 |
| Grizzlies Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-4 -110 | 244.5 -110o / -110u | -170 |
- Knicks vs. Grizzlies spread: Grizzlies -4
- Knicks vs. Grizzlies over/under: 244.5 total points
- Knicks vs. Grizzlies moneyline: Grizzlies -170, Knicks +142
- Knicks vs. Grizzlies best bet: Under 244.5 (-110)
Knicks vs. Grizzlies Preview
The New York Knicks head to Memphis for a Friday night matchup against the Grizzlies. The Knicks eviscerated the Grizzlies 143-106 a month ago in a dominant performance at the Garden. Can Memphis even the season series on their home court?
Both teams have critical players on their injury reports. The Grizzlies have listed Desmond Bane (Questionable – Groin). While the Knicks' injury report is lengthier.
They just received news that Ariel Hukporti (knee) will be out for weeks, but they've finally upgraded Mitchell Robinson (ankle) to Questionable and he may make his season debut. The Knicks are also listing Josh Hart (knee) and Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) as Questionable.
This is the front end of a back-to-back for Memphis so they may elect to sit Bane ahead of a matchup against the Spurs that would likely be an easier victory.
The Knicks' defense has struggled this season; however, the one aspect they have been relatively strong in is transition. They generally limit those opportunities and that's Memphis' strong suit. When the Knicks won a month ago, they limited Memphis in transition, and this has been the recipe to stop them.
Mitchell Robinson will likely be extremely limited if he makes his return. He is arguably the best offensive rebounder in the NBA, and it would be interesting to see how many minutes he plays alongside Karl-Anthony Towns.
We know KAT can play alongside a more traditional 5; however, it would dramatically change the Knicks' on-court geometry and spacing. That rebounding could help keep Memphis from getting out in transition as well.
Knicks vs. Grizzlies Prediction
The Grizzlies are excellent at home. They are 16-9 ATS as a home favorite, while the Knicks are just 2-6 as an underdog. However, given that the Knicks have shown an ability to dominate this Memphis team, it's tough to back Memphis in this spot.
While both of these teams are some of the best Over teams in the league, the key to this game will be who can dictate the pace. The book is out a bit on the Grizzlies – slow them down and beat them in the halfcourt, especially if they're missing Desmond Bane.
I think points could be at a premium here if the Knicks are able to simply limit the Grizzlies' transition opportunities, so I will grab the under. For my same game parlay, I like Morant 20+ Points, KAT 2+ Three-Pointers, and JJJ 2+ Three-Pointers.
Best Bet: Under 244.5 (-110)
Same Game Parlay Picks
- Ja Morant 20+ Points
- Karl-Anthony Towns 2+ Three-Pointers
- Jaren Jackson Jr. 2+ Three-Pointers
Parlay Payout: +252
Grizzlies vs. Knicks Betting Trends
