New Orleans Pelicans vs Memphis Grizzlies predictions, Mar 09, 2025

Mar 09, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On March 9, 2025, the NBA will feature a matchup between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Memphis Grizzlies, taking place at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. With both teams looking to solidify their playoff positioning as the regular season approaches its climax, this game promises to be a competitive encounter.

### Team Form
**New Orleans Pelicans:** The Pelicans have struggled for consistency lately, managing to secure 2 wins out of their last 5 games. Despite their challenges, the team boasts a young and explosive roster, with key players who can turn the game around on any given night. Their home-court advantage may play a crucial role in boosting their performance as they aim to build momentum heading toward the postseason.

**Memphis Grizzlies:** The Grizzlies have faced a tougher stretch of games, winning only 1 out of their last 5. Nonetheless, they’re known for their grit and determination, led by a strong defensive unit. As they aim to regain form, Memphis will look to rely on its seasoned stars to rise to the occasion and bounce back from recent losses.

### Head-to-Head
The matchup between the Pelicans and Grizzlies always brings an exciting edge, characterized by intense gameplay and physicality. Historically, these two teams have produced close encounters, and fans can expect nothing less in this tilt. Each side knows the other’s strengths, which makes strategic execution crucial.

### Betting Odds
The bookmakers have set the odds at 3.97 for the Pelicans and 1.28 for the Grizzlies, indicating a clear favorite in Memphis despite their recent struggles. The predicted scoreline of 111-121 reflects the Grizzlies’ offensive capabilities coupled with their solid defensive approach, suggesting that they may capitalize on the Pelicans’ inconsistencies.

### Key Players to Watch
– **New Orleans Pelicans:** Keep an eye on Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. Both players are capable of explosive performances and can shift the momentum of the game in an instant.
– **Memphis Grizzlies:** Ja Morant will be a player to watch, given his ability to create plays and score. The Grizzlies will also rely heavily on their defensive anchor, Jaren Jackson Jr., to stifle the Pelicans’ offensive efforts.

### Conclusion
As the match approaches, both teams will be eager to make a statement. The Pelicans will aim to leverage their home advantage to claim an important win, while the Grizzlies will be looking to reverse their fortunes and prove their mettle against a division rival. Fans can anticipate an engaging and hard-fought contest as both teams vie for critical momentum in the final stretch of the season.

New Orleans 24.4% Memphis 75.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 111:121

Outrights of NBA Memphis Grizzlies: 1.86% New Orleans Pelicans: 0.04%

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Latest Results

06.03.25 New Orleans Pelicans – Houston Rockets – 97:109
04.03.25 Los Angeles Lakers – New Orleans Pelicans – 136:115
02.03.25 Utah Jazz – New Orleans Pelicans – 121:128
28.02.25 Phoenix Suns – New Orleans Pelicans – 125:108
27.02.25 Phoenix Suns – New Orleans Pelicans – 116:124		 07.03.25 Dallas Mavericks – Memphis Grizzlies – 111:122
05.03.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Oklahoma City Thunder – 103:120
03.03.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Atlanta Hawks – 130:132
01.03.25 Memphis Grizzlies – San Antonio Spurs – 128:130
28.02.25 Memphis Grizzlies – New York Knicks – 113:114

Facts

  • This match will be held between outsider and one of leaders (ranked 14 and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches New Orleans won 1.
  • Recent matches New Orleans is playing unstable (in the last 5 games wins – 2).
  • Memphis is in a poor shape now (in the last 5 games wins – 1).
  • Recently New Orleans have a series of guest games.
  • Recently Memphis have a series of home games.
  • In this match Memphis is a favorite.
  • Last 20 head-to-head matches New Orleans won 8 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 12 matches and goals 2261:2313 (average 113.1:115.7).
  • Including matches at home between the teams New Orleans won 5 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 5 matches and goals 1128:1114 (average 112.8:111.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.01.25 Memphis Grizzlies – New Orleans Pelicans – 139:126
    27.12.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Memphis Grizzlies – 124:132
    29.11.24 Memphis Grizzlies – New Orleans Pelicans – 120:109
    18.07.24 New Orleans Pelicans – Memphis Grizzlies – 77:88
    12.02.24 Memphis Grizzlies – New Orleans Pelicans – 87:96

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 63 52 11 7525:6718 0.825
    2 Los Angeles Lakers 61 40 21 6901:6780 0.656
    3 Denver Nuggets 63 41 22 7652:7327 0.651
    4 Memphis Grizzlies 63 39 24 7745:7367 0.619
    5 Houston Rockets 63 38 25 7096:6879 0.603
    6 Golden State Warriors 63 35 28 7136:7004 0.556
    7 Minnesota Timberwolves 65 36 29 7305:7085 0.554
    8 Los Angeles Clippers 63 34 29 6981:6844 0.540
    9 Sacramento Kings 62 33 29 7251:7128 0.532
    10 Dallas Mavericks 64 32 32 7328:7301 0.500
    11 Phoenix Suns 63 29 34 7199:7338 0.460
    12 Portland Trail Blazers 64 28 36 7068:7318 0.438
    13 San Antonio Spurs 61 26 35 6907:7040 0.426
    14 New Orleans Pelicans 63 17 46 6980:7486 0.270
    15 Utah Jazz 63 15 48 7083:7544 0.238

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Cleveland Cavaliers 63 53 10 7753:7037 0.841
    2 Boston Celtics 63 45 18 7374:6824 0.714
    3 New York Knicks 63 40 23 7364:7107 0.635
    4 Milwaukee Bucks 61 36 25 7011:6864 0.590
    5 Indiana Pacers 61 35 26 7112:7030 0.574
    6 Detroit Pistons 63 35 28 7225:7124 0.556
    7 Miami Heat 62 29 33 6826:6850 0.468
    8 Atlanta Hawks 63 29 34 7374:7542 0.460
    9 Orlando Magic 64 29 35 6687:6794 0.453
    10 Chicago Bulls 63 25 38 7346:7608 0.397
    11 Philadelphia 76ers 62 21 41 6759:7066 0.339
    12 Brooklyn Nets 62 21 41 6521:6927 0.339
    13 Toronto Raptors 63 21 42 6962:7308 0.333
    14 Charlotte Hornets 62 14 48 6532:7015 0.226
    15 Washington Wizards 61 12 49 6609:7357 0.197

    NBA Outrights

    1. Boston Celtics: 3.03 (28.03%)

    2. Oklahoma City Thunder: 3.13 (27.13%)

    3. Cleveland Cavaliers: 7 (12.11%)

    4. Los Angeles Lakers: 10.5 (8.07%)

    5. Denver Nuggets: 14.5 (5.85%)

    6. Golden State Warriors: 17 (4.99%)

    7. New York Knicks: 20 (4.24%)

    8. Memphis Grizzlies: 45.5 (1.86%)

    9. Milwaukee Bucks: 48 (1.77%)

    10. Los Angeles Clippers: 73 (1.16%)

    11. Minnesota Timberwolves: 90.5 (0.94%)

    12. Houston Rockets: 125.5 (0.68%)

    13. Indiana Pacers: 150.5 (0.56%)

    14. Detroit Pistons: 225.5 (0.38%)

    15. Sacramento Kings: 325.5 (0.26%)

    16. Miami Heat: 325.5 (0.26%)

    17. Phoenix Suns: 375.5 (0.23%)

    18. Dallas Mavericks: 475.5 (0.18%)

    19. Orlando Magic: 500.5 (0.17%)

    20. Atlanta Hawks: 500.5 (0.17%)

    21. Toronto Raptors: 625.5 (0.14%)

    22. Philadelphia 76ers: 625.5 (0.14%)

    23. Chicago Bulls: 625.5 (0.14%)

    24. Portland Trail Blazers: 625.5 (0.14%)

    25. San Antonio Spurs: 875.5 (0.1%)

    26. Brooklyn Nets: 875.5 (0.1%)

    27. Charlotte Hornets: 1125.5 (0.08%)

    28. Washington Wizards: 1375.5 (0.06%)

    29. Utah Jazz: 1375.5 (0.06%)

    30. New Orleans Pelicans: 2001 (0.04%)

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