Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/25

At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-162) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+138) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 242.5.

Memphis enters the game on a six-game win streak and is 31-15 overall, which is good for third in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 30-16 and have won three straight. This game can be seen on MSG.

MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +3.5

This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 27th.

WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-128 in favor of the Grizzlies.
  • Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.
  • From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 19 threes.

Do the Grizzlies Have a Shot at a Win at New York?

With a 125-103 victory over the Jazz on Saturday, the Grizzlies improved to 31-15 this season. Memphis, who were favored by 11.5 points, covered the spread at home. The total points for the game were 228, falling short of the 248 O/U line.

Memphis took control with a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 82-67 to 92-67. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring Utah 36-17, and entered the 4th with a 101-74 lead.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies to a win over the Jazz, scoring 28 points on 71.4% shooting, with 11 points coming in the 2nd quarter. Memphis shot 51.2% from the field, hitting 14 threes at a 36.8% rate.

Zach Edey added 19 points, including 7 in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 17 points and 9 rebounds. GG Jackson also had a strong 3rd quarter, scoring 7 of his 15 points.

The Grizzlies put together a strong defensive performance on Saturday, holding the Jazz to just 103 points on 42% shooting from the field. Their best quarter came in the 3rd, where they allowed only 17 points. Memphis also did a great job defending the three-point line, as Utah made just 12 threes on 25% shooting.

Memphis sent the Jazz to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws. The Grizzlies finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while Utah grabbed 14 offensive boards. Memphis also added 10 steals and 9 blocked shots.

Can the Knicks Pull Off a Home Win?

The Knicks improved to 30-16 on the season with a 143-120 win over the Kings on Saturday. New York, playing at home, was favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread with a +23 point margin. The game’s total of 263 points exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 29.5 points.

New York went on a 10-0 run early, stretching the score from 23-17 to 33-17. Although the Kings outscored the Knicks 42-34 in the 2nd quarter, New York responded by winning the 3rd quarter 39-33 and held the Kings to just 20 points in the 4th, while scoring 32 points of their own.

The Knicks put up 143 points in their win over the Kings, shooting 49.5% from the field and hitting 17 threes at a 47.2% clip. OG Anunoby led the way with 33 points, while Mikal Bridges added 27 points, knocking down 5 threes at 71.4% efficiency.

Jalen Brunson contributed 25 points and 11 assists, hitting 4 threes at 66.7%. Anunoby scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter, while Bridges added 12 in the 4th.

Despite giving up 120 points, the Knicks managed to hold off the Kings, thanks to a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 20 points. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they conceded 42 points.

The Kings shot 48% from the field, including 38% from three-point range, making 14 threes. The Knicks sent the Kings to the line 16 times, where they hit 14 free throws. New York finished with 9 steals and 4 blocks.