Memphis Grizzlies @ Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions - March 16th 2026
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The schedule sends Memphis Grizzlies (23-43) to Chicago Bulls (27-40) at United Center on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Books list Bulls -7 and hang 244 on the total. This number puts the focus on possessions as much as efficiency.
Recent combined scoring sits around 229.2 points versus a posted total of 244. It is not the whole handicap, but it does anchor the total discussion. The goal from here is simple: turn the market into a usable betting read by checking the spread, total, key matchup points, injuries, and props, and if you are comparing books before locking anything in, our NBA betting apps guide is a useful place to compare books before you bet.
NBA odds and lines for Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls
For Memphis Grizzlies, the last-five snapshot is compact but telling: last-five ATS: 2-3-0 with another clue in average margin: -48. For a fast read before tip, lean on latest Memphis Grizzlies odds and keep it updated.
For the home side, the first check is last-five ATS: 3-2-0, then you can layer in a broader view using last-five over-under: 2-3-0. Because numbers often arrive late, keep latest Chicago Bulls odds open as a steady page for final pricing.
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7.5 -102 
Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls Trends and Momentum: Last 5 Record and Last 10 Scoring Profile
Chicago Bulls enters with the steadier five-game stretch at 2-3 compared with Memphis Grizzlies at 0-5. over the last 10, the splits are not totally filled in, so keep it as a quick momentum read.
| Metric | Memphis Grizzlies | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 0-5 | 2-3 |
| Win % | 0 | 40 |
| ATS record | 2-3-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Over/Under record | 4-1-0 | 2-3-0 |
| Average margin | -48 | -31 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 117.1 | 112.1 |
| Points allowed | 121.7 | 118.4 |
| Margin | -46 | -63 |
| FG % | 46.7 | 45.9 |
| 3PT % | 38.4 | 34.5 |
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The last meeting provides a clear reference point: Bulls won 125-96, a 29 margin. Use the series rows below to see how that result lands into the wider head-to-head profile.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 125-96 |
| Last meeting winner | Bulls |
| Last meeting margin | 29 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.8 | 243.2 | 0-0-0 | 0-0-0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.8 | 243.2 | 0-0-0 | 0-0-0 |
Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Injury Report: Out, Questionable, and Impact
When health doubts touch both sides, the rotation math changes possession to possession, and closing decisions can come down to who can handle their normal load. I trust the team with steady roles, because the chain reaction is real when multiple minutes buckets are missing. For a broader postseason snapshot, see NBA Finals lines.
| Metric | Memphis Grizzlies | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 6 | 5 |
| Players Questionable | 3 | 2 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 202.6 | 154 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 110.8 | 71.5 |
Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls Key Players by Usage%: Top 3 Per Team
The top usage driver here is Ty Jerome (Memphis Grizzlies), and the table below connects that workload to the same production and efficiency markers. Their brief summary: Min 22, Usage% 33.7, 20.1 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 5.4 APG, TS% 62.8, eFG% 57.7, +/- -3.3, and TO/G 1.9.
Memphis Grizzlies features Ty Jerome (33.7), Ja Morant (32.5), and Jaren Jackson Jr. (25.7), and Chicago Bulls features Coby White (27.6), Josh Giddey (25.6), and Collin Sexton (25.6), and this readout highlights where the first reads come from. A more concentrated top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a flat top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
For a quick check at the award market, visit the current MVP board. Start with our NBA MVP betting odds and compare the names.
| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ty Jerome | 22 | 33.7 | 20.1 | 2.6 | 5.4 | 62.8 | 57.7 | -3.3 | 1.9 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ja Morant | 28 | 32.5 | 19.4 | 3.3 | 8.1 | 52.1 | 44.1 | -2.5 | 3.5 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Jaren Jackson Jr. | 31 | 25.7 | 19.2 | 5.8 | 1.9 | 57.4 | 53.4 | -2.5 | 2.2 |
| Chicago Bulls | Coby White | 29 | 27.6 | 18.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 58.6 | 52.9 | -0.1 | 3 |
| Chicago Bulls | Josh Giddey | 32 | 25.6 | 18 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 57.4 | 53.2 | -1.9 | 3.6 |
| Chicago Bulls | Collin Sexton | 25 | 25.6 | 16.2 | 2.2 | 2.1 | 62.5 | 59 | 0.8 | 2.3 |
Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Advanced Betting Trends: ATS and Totals
Memphis Grizzlies is at 50% ATS and Chicago Bulls is at 50%. On totals, Over % sits at 50% for Memphis Grizzlies and 50% for Chicago Bulls. If the pace spikes, the higher Over % side is better suited to keep the scoreboard moving.
| Metric | Memphis Grizzlies | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| ATS W-L-P | 31-35-0 | 31-36-0 |
| ATS Win % | 50% | 50% |
| Home ATS Wins | 14 | 17 |
| Away ATS Wins | 17 | 14 |
| ATS as Favorite | 12-9-0 | 7-18-0 |
| ATS as Underdog | 19-26-0 | 24-18-0 |
| Over Wins | 33 | 31 |
| Under Wins | 33 | 36 |
| Over % | 50% | 50% |
New Customers: Bet $5+ Get $300 in Bonus Bets Instantly Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Prediction and Betting Outlook
- Game script (pace): If Chicago Bulls is able to push tempo, Memphis Grizzlies wants to slow the game and make every trip a decision. That early tempo tell often tracks what the total turns into.
- Efficiency edge (side): The baseline numbers leans toward Memphis Grizzlies if it keeps the possession math cleaner and avoids giveaways. A handful of extra looks can swing the side.
- Late filters (availability + market): Make the final pass on who is in and how the spot sets up, since role changes can change the late-game script quickly. Market movement is a prompt to double-check the matchup assumptions rather than forcing a narrative.
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