The Phoenix Suns (30-34) and Memphis Grizzlies (40-24) 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 Suns on the spread (Grizzlies -4), with the over/under set at 243.5 total points. Memphis is a -175 favorite to win outright, while Phoenix is +145 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Suns vs. Grizzlies predictions and NBA picks for Monday, March 10.
Suns vs. Grizzlies Picks, Prediction
Moneyline
My Grizzlies vs. Suns best bet is on Memphis moneyline, with the best line currently available at bet365. But as always, make sure to shop for the best line using our live NBA odds page.
Over/Under
I'm steering clear of the total in tonight's matchup.
My Pick: Grizzlies Moneyline (-175)
Suns vs. Grizzlies Odds
| Suns Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+4 -110 | 243.5 -110 / -110 | +145 |
| Grizzlies Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-4 -110 | 243.5 -110 / -110 | -175 |
- Suns vs. Grizzlies spread: Grizzlies -4
- Suns vs. Grizzlies over/under: 243.5 total points
- Suns vs. Grizzlies moneyline: Suns +145, Grizzlies -175
- Suns vs. Grizzlies best bet: Grizzlies ML (-175)
Suns vs. Grizzlies Preview
The Phoenix Suns and the Memphis Grizzlies will clash from Memphis on Monday Night for a Western Conference affair. The Grizzlies have averaged 122.7 points per game, while the Suns have averaged 114.4 points. Tonight will be the fourth and final head-to-head matchup between these two, with Memphis leading by 3-0 this season.
Phoenix enters the game with a record of 30-34, good for eleventh in the West. The Suns trail the final play-in spot in the Western Conference by 1.5 games.
Mike Budenholzer's team entered the season as one of the betting favorites to win the West, so few teams in the NBA have been more disappointing than the Suns have. They are currently +50000 to win the West at DraftKings.
Phoenix is coming off a 125-116 win over the Mavericks yesterday, which makes them 4-6 over their last ten games.
All-star Kevin Durant leads the team with 26.8 points per game, with Devin Booker enjoying a strong season with 26.0 points and a team-best 6.9 assists. Veteran Bradley Beal has added 17.5 points and 3.8 assists.
The Grizzlies roll into this contest with a 40-24 record. Taylor Jenkins's squad has enjoyed a strong bounce-back season after posting a 27-55 record last year.
Health has been the biggest difference between last year and now for the Grizzlies. Ja Morant, who played in just nine games last season, has averaged 29.8 minutes over 40 games this season.
Memphis has the fourth-best record in the West, one game behind the Nuggets and the Lakers. Yet, the Grizzlies are 4-6 over their last ten games. despite winning back-to-back games. They are coming off a hard-fought 107-104 road win against the Pelicans on Friday Night.
Jaren Jackson Jr leads the team with 22.7 points per game. Jackson is doubtful tonight as he deals with an ankle injury. Ja Morant has averaged 21.5 points per game and a team-leading 7.3 assists. Former TCU standout Desmond Bane has averaged 18.9 points and 6.2 rebounds.
Suns vs. Grizzlies Betting Predictions
Grizzlies Moneyline
The Grizzlies have played their best basketball at home this year with a 22-10 record, while Phoenix has been a great fade on the road with a 12-21 record SU. The Suns have struggled with a 3-10 record on back-to-backs this season.
Desmond Bane Under 24.5 Points
Also, take a look at Desmond Bane. He has averaged 18.9 points per game but has exceeded the under in five of his last six. Our Action Pro Report projects 21.9 points from Bane tonight.
Kevin Durant 25+ Points
Durant shows no signs of slowing down at age 36. He's averaging a team-high 26.8 points per game this season. In three games this year, the future Hall of Famer has averaged 29.6 points per game against the Grizzlies. Durant has averaged 26.2 points per game on back-to-backs this year.
Best Bet: Grizzlies ML (-175)
Same Game Parlay Picks
- Desmond Bane Under 24.5 Points
- Kevin Durant 25+ Points
- Grizzlies Moneyline
Parlay Payout: +445
Grizzlies vs. Suns Betting Trends
