Denver Nuggets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/18

The Denver Nuggets visit the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 18, 2026. The Nuggets have a solid record of 41-27 this season. They are currently ranked 6th in the Western Conference. Head Coach David Adelman will look to guide his team to another win on the road.

The Grizzlies have struggled this season with a 23-44 record. They sit 11th in the Western Conference. Head Coach Tuomas Iisalo hopes for a strong performance from his team at home. The game will air on FDSS at 8:30 PM. Both teams are eager to improve their standing in the league.

Nuggets vs Grizzlies Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Denver Nuggets vs. Memphis Grizzlies
  • Venue: FedExForum
  • Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nuggets -13.0 (-110), Grizzlies +13.0 (-110), Nuggets MoneyLine -700, Grizzlies MoneyLine +500

Denver Nuggets Team Preview

The Denver Nuggets have shown strong performances recently. Nikola Jokić leads with 28.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.5 assists per game. Jamal Murray adds 25.4 points and 7.1 assists per game, supporting the team’s offense.

The Nuggets score 120.7 points per game, ranking first in the league. Their field goal percentage is 49.2, placing them second. They also lead in three-point percentage at 39.1.

Defensively, the Nuggets allow 116.7 points per game. They are first in steals with seven per game. Their blocked shots average is four per game, ranking third.

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have struggled recently with three straight losses. They lost to the Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, and Dallas Mavericks. In these games, their field goal percentage ranged from 41.8% to 45.3%.

On the season, the Grizzlies average 115.6 points per game, ranking 15th in the league. They are strong in assists, averaging 28.6 per game. Defensively, they allow 118.6 points per game, which is 24th in the league.

The team is dealing with several injuries, including key players like Ja Morant and Santi Aldama. Morant is out with an elbow injury and Aldama with a knee injury. Zach Edey and others are also sidelined for the remainder of the season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Nuggets are favored by 13 points in this game against the Grizzlies. Given their strong offensive stats, including leading the league in points per game and three-point percentage, they have the ability to cover the spread. The projected score is Nuggets 126, Grizzlies 113, which supports taking the Nuggets -13.0.

The total for the game is set at 241.5 points. The Nuggets allow 116.7 points per game, while the Grizzlies allow 118.6 points per game. With both teams scoring over 115 points per game, the projected total is 239 points. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the Under 241.5.