Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/26

The Memphis Grizzlies will play the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The game will start at 8:00 PM and can be seen on FDSS. The Grizzlies have a record of 6-12, while the Pelicans stand at 3-15 early in this NBA season.

Memphis is led by head coach Tuomas Iisalo and ranks 10th in the Western Conference. They have won two of their last five games. New Orleans, coached by interim head coach James Borrego, holds the 15th spot in the Western Conference. They recently secured a win against the Chicago Bulls, ending a losing streak. Both teams aim to improve their standings in the Southwest Division.

Grizzlies vs Pelicans Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans
• Venue: Smoothie King Center
• Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
• Betting Odds: Grizzlies Spread -2.0 (-109), Pelicans Spread +2.0 (-110), Grizzlies MoneyLine -133, Pelicans MoneyLine +112, Over/Under 233.5

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a mixed run in their recent games. They secured a strong win against the Sacramento Kings with a score of 137-96. However, their last outing against the Denver Nuggets ended in a 115-125 loss. In these games, Santi Aldama stood out with 29 points against the Kings and 20 points against the Mavericks.

Currently, the Grizzlies face some challenges with injuries. Key players like Ja Morant and Brandon Clarke are sidelined, affecting the team’s performance. Morant’s absence is notable as he is a top scorer for the team, averaging 17.9 points per game this season.

Despite injuries, the Grizzlies have shown strengths in certain areas. They rank 7th in the league for assists per game with 28.6. Players like Vince Williams Jr. and Jaren Jackson Jr. have contributed well in rebounds and assists, helping the team maintain competitiveness in games.

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans recently had a big win against the Chicago Bulls. They scored 143 points with a shooting rate of 51%. Zion Williamson led the team with 29 points in that game.

Earlier, the Pelicans faced a tough loss to the Atlanta Hawks. They managed to score 98 points but struggled with a shooting rate of 41.7%. Saddiq Bey contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds in that game.

This season, the Pelicans have faced challenges on both ends of the court. They average 110.6 points per game, ranking them 27th in the league. Defensively, they allow 121.9 points per game, putting them at 25th.

BTB Betting Pick

The Memphis Grizzlies are favored by 2 points against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Grizzlies have a strong record in assists and rebounds, ranking 7th and 8th respectively. The Pelicans struggle with defense, allowing 121.9 points per game. Based on these stats, the Grizzlies are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Grizzlies 116, Pelicans 112.

The total for the game is set at 233.5 points. The Grizzlies allow 116.9 points per game, while the Pelicans give up 121.9 points per game. Both teams have lower shooting percentages, which might limit scoring. Considering these factors, the game might go under the total. The projected total score is 228 points.