Phoenix Suns vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/7

The Phoenix Suns will play the Memphis Grizzlies at the FedExForum. This game marks the beginning of the NBA Regular Season. The Suns have a record of 21-15, while the Grizzlies stand at 16-20.

Phoenix is led by head coach Jordan Ott and ranks 7th in the Western Conference. Memphis, coached by Tuomas Iisalo, holds the 10th spot in the same conference. The game will be on January 7, 2026, at 8:00 PM, and will be shown on FDSS.

Suns vs Grizzlies Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies
• Venue: FedExForum
• Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
• Betting Odds: Suns -3.5 (-114), Grizzlies +3.5 (-108), Suns MoneyLine -163, Grizzlies MoneyLine +134, Over/Under 227

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns recently had a close loss to the Houston Rockets, with a score of 97-100. Devin Booker led the team with 27 points, while Royce O’Neale contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds. Their shooting percentage was 42.0%, slightly lower than their season average.

In the previous game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Suns managed a 108-105 win. Devin Booker was again a key player, scoring 24 points and adding 9 assists. Jordan Goodwin also made a significant impact, scoring 26 points with a 56.2% field goal percentage.

For the season, the Suns average 114.8 points per game, ranking 22nd in the league. They are strong from beyond the arc, making 14.1 three-pointers per game, which is 9th in the league. Defensively, they allow 112.8 points per game, placing them 6th in points allowed.

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies recently played a close game against the San Antonio Spurs. They won 106-105, with Cam Spencer and Jaren Jackson Jr. leading the way. Spencer scored 21 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, while Jackson added 21 points and 9 rebounds.

In another game, the Grizzlies faced the Los Angeles Lakers. They lost 114-120, despite a strong performance from Jock Landale. Landale scored 13 points and collected 10 rebounds in that game.

The Grizzlies have a few key players dealing with injuries. Ja Morant is questionable with a calf issue, and Brandon Clarke is out with a calf strain. Zach Edey will also miss several weeks due to an ankle injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Suns are favored by 3.5 points against the Grizzlies. The Suns have a strong defense, allowing 112.8 points per game, ranked 6th in the league. The Grizzlies allow 116.6 points per game, which is 16th. The Suns are likely to cover the spread with their defensive edge and the Grizzlies’ weaker defense. Projected score: Suns 116, Grizzlies 112.

The total for the game is set at 227 points. The Suns and Grizzlies have shown defensive capabilities, with the Suns allowing only 112.8 points per game. The Grizzlies score 115.7 points per game, ranked 19th. Given these stats, the game should go under the set total. Projected total: 228 points.