Memphis Grizzlies @ Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions - March 16th 2026
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The schedule sends Memphis Grizzlies (25-57) to Chicago Bulls (31-51) at United Center on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Bulls are listed by 7, with the game total at 244. If the whistle is loose and the pace holds, the total has a clean path.
Recent combined scoring sits around 229.2 points versus a posted total of 244. That gives totals bettors a quick reality check before locking in a side or total. The rest of the article keeps the focus on what matters to bettors: the side, the total, and the game details that can move either one, and if you are comparing books before locking anything in, our where to bet on NBA games guide helps you shop for the right book and price.
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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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 offers a simple starting line: Grizzlies won 124-121, winning by 3. From there, the series rows below add the broader context when it’s available.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 124-121 |
| Last meeting winner | Grizzlies |
| Last meeting margin | 3 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.8 | 251 | 0-0-0 | 0-0-0 |
| Home | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1.8 | 251 | 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 | 3 | 2 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 73.4 | 23.7 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 37.6 | 10.2 |
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 23, Usage% 32.8, 19.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, TS% 61.6, eFG% 57.2, +/- -3, and TO/G 1.8.
Memphis Grizzlies features Ty Jerome (32.8), Ja Morant (32.6), and Jaren Jackson Jr. (25.7), and Chicago Bulls features Coby White (27.3), Collin Sexton (26.3), and Josh Giddey (24.6), 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 | 23 | 32.8 | 19.7 | 2.8 | 5.7 | 61.6 | 57.2 | -3 | 1.8 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ja Morant | 28 | 32.6 | 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 | 27.3 | 18.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 58.6 | 52.9 | -0.1 | 3 |
| Chicago Bulls | Collin Sexton | 26 | 26.3 | 17.5 | 2.9 | 2.5 | 60.9 | 56.6 | -3.2 | 2 |
| Chicago Bulls | Josh Giddey | 32 | 24.6 | 17 | 8.3 | 9.1 | 56.2 | 52 | -3.5 | 3.6 |
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% |
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Spend $10 Get 200 in Bonus Picks 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 Chicago Bulls 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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