Charlotte Hornets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/28

The Charlotte Hornets will visit the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on January 28, 2026. The game will start at 8:00 PM and will air on FDSS. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the middle of the NBA regular season.

The Hornets, led by head coach Charles Lee, hold a 19-28 record. They have won their last three games and are 11th in the Eastern Conference. On the other hand, the Grizzlies, coached by Tuomas Iisalo, have an 18-26 record. They have lost their last three games and sit at 12th in the Western Conference.

Hornets vs Grizzlies Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. Memphis Grizzlies
  • Venue: FedExForum
  • Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Hornets -1.5, Grizzlies +1.5, Over/Under 230

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are coming off a strong performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, winning 130-93. Brandon Miller led the team with 30 points and 8 rebounds. The Hornets shot 56.6% from the field in this game.

In the current season, the Hornets are scoring 116.3 points per game. They rank third in three-pointers made per game with 15.2. Their defense allows 115 points per game, ranking them 12th in the league.

Brandon Miller is averaging 20.4 points per game this season. LaMelo Ball contributes with 19.1 points and 7.6 assists per game. Kon Knueppel adds 18.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a tough stretch recently. They lost their last three games, with the most recent being a 108-99 loss to the Houston Rockets. In that game, Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 17 points and grabbed seven rebounds.

For the season, the Grizzlies average 115.2 points per game. They rank high in possessions per game at 101.4, which is fifth in the league. However, their field goal percentage is 45.4%, placing them near the bottom at 27th.

Key players include Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. Morant averages 19.4 points per game but is currently out with an elbow injury. Jackson Jr. is putting up 18.9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Charlotte Hornets are favored by 1.5 points against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Hornets score 116.3 points per game while allowing 115.0 points. The Grizzlies score 115.2 points and allow 116.4 points per game. With the Hornets’ better shooting and defensive stats, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Hornets 117, Grizzlies 114.

The total for the game is set at 230 points. The Hornets and Grizzlies have solid offenses, but both teams also have defensive issues. The combined average points for both teams is 231.5, suggesting the game could go over. The projected total is 231 points, making the over a reasonable pick.