Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/26

The NBA Regular Season is underway, and fans are in for a game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Memphis Grizzlies. The Bucks, led by head coach Doc Rivers, have a record of 12-18. They are ranked 11th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Central Division. The Bucks recently won against the Indiana Pacers, 111-94, and they hope to continue that momentum.

The Grizzlies, with head coach Tuomas Iisalo, have a record of 14-16. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Southwest Division. The Grizzlies come off a victory over the Utah Jazz, winning 137-128. Both teams have shown they can win games, so this matchup at FedExForum will be interesting to watch on FDSS this Friday at 8:00 PM.

Bucks vs Grizzlies Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies
  • Venue: FedExForum
  • Date: Friday, December 26, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Grizzlies -5.0 (-109), Bucks +5.0 (-113), Grizzlies MoneyLine -200, Bucks MoneyLine +167

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks have had a mixed run recently. They won their last game against the Indiana Pacers, 111-94. Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins led the team, scoring 24 and 23 points respectively.

The Bucks’ season stats show strengths and weaknesses. They are strong in field goal percentage, ranking 5th in the league at 48.7%. However, they struggle with rebounds, sitting last in the league with 40.0 per game.

Injuries are affecting the Bucks’ lineup. Giannis Antetokounmpo is out with a calf strain and Taurean Prince is also sidelined. Gary Trent Jr. is questionable for the next game due to a calf contusion.

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have a recent win against the Utah Jazz with a score of 137-128. Santi Aldama stood out with 37 points, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 21. Cam Spencer also contributed with 11 points and 13 assists in that game.

Offensively, the Grizzlies score 115 points per game, ranking them 20th in the league. They attempt 90.6 field goals per game, with a field goal percentage of 45.4%. Their three-point shooting stands at 35.1%, while they excel at free throws, making 79.6% of their attempts.

The Grizzlies face several injury concerns. Ja Morant is questionable with an ankle issue, and Zach Edey will miss time due to an ankle problem. Other players like Brandon Clarke and Ty Jerome are also out with injuries, affecting the team’s depth.

BTB Betting Pick

The Bucks are getting a spread of +5.0 against the Grizzlies. With the Bucks scoring 113.0 points per game and the Grizzlies allowing 116.2 points per game, the Bucks have a chance to cover the spread. The Grizzlies’ defense ranks in the middle of the pack, so taking the Bucks +5.0 is a reasonable pick.

The over/under for this game is set at 226.5. The Bucks and Grizzlies both allow over 116 points per game. With both teams’ defenses showing similar stats, an over bet seems likely. Projected combined score could be around 228, making the over 226.5 a solid choice.