Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 2/21/25

In a non-conference matchup, the Memphis Grizzlies (-149) will travel to take on the Orlando Magic (+126) at the Kia Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET and the game will be televised on FDSF.

Memphis (36-19) enters this game as the 3rd seed in the Western Conference and has lost two straight games. Orlando (28-29) is the 7th seed in the East and has won two in a row. The over/under line for this game is set at 223.5 points.

MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK

The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -3

This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, February 21st.

WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 167-113 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 47.3% and knocking down 18 threes.

Is a Road Win Possible for the Grizzlies?

The Grizzlies fell to 36-19 on the season after a 127-113 road loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Memphis, who were favored by 1 point, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points came in under the pre-game line of 250.5.

Memphis started strong, leading 33-28 after the 1st quarter, but a 50-point 2nd quarter by the Pacers, including a 15-0 run, put them in a hole. The Grizzlies outscored Indiana 32-24 in the 3rd but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were down 102-91 heading into the 4th and were outscored 25-22 in the final period.

In Thursday’s loss to the Pacers, the Grizzlies shot just 41.4% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range, hitting 12 threes overall. Desmond Bane led the way with 23 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds, connecting on 60% of his threes.

Jaren Jackson Jr. added 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Jaylen Wells chipped in 17 points. Ja Morant scored 8 of his 12 points in the 3rd quarter.

The Grizzlies’ defense struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 50 points, which contributed to their 127-113 loss to the Pacers. However, they tightened up in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 24 and 25 points, respectively. Memphis allowed Indiana to shoot 50% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Pacers connected on 17 threes at a 37% clip. The Grizzlies sent Indiana to the line 22 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, Memphis recorded 6 steals and 7 blocks.

Will the Magic Come Through as Home Underdogs?

Orlando moved to 28-29 on the season with a 114-108 road win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Magic, who were -1 point favorites, covered the spread. The total score of 222 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 222.5.

After Atlanta’s 10-0 run early in the game, Orlando responded by outscoring the Hawks 38-25 in the 2nd quarter and 31-23 in the 3rd. The Magic led 90-81 going into the 4th, and although Atlanta outscored them 27-24 in the final period, Orlando held on for the win.

Paolo Banchero’s 36 points and 10 rebounds led the Magic to a win over the Hawks, with 18 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter. Franz Wagner added 25 points, and Cole Anthony contributed 17, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter.

Orlando shot 48.2% from the field but struggled from three, hitting just 6 threes at a 24% rate. Banchero made 3 threes, shooting 30% from beyond the arc.

Despite a shaky start, the Magic tightened up defensively after the 1st quarter, allowing just 25 points in the 2nd and 23 in the 3rd to help secure a 114-108 win over the Hawks. Orlando held Atlanta to 39% shooting from the field.

The Magic limited the Hawks to 11 made threes on 31% shooting from beyond the arc. They also sent Atlanta to the line 28 times, where the Hawks converted 19 free throws. Defensively, Orlando recorded 6 steals and 7 blocks.