Memphis Grizzlies (38-22) vs Atlanta Hawks (27-33)
Game Info: Monday, March 3, 2025 at 8:00 pm (FedExForum)
Betting Odds: Memphis Grizzlies -6.5 -- Over/Under: 251.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: FanDuel SN SE
The Atlanta Hawks and the Memphis Grizzlies duke it out at the FedexForum on Monday night. Here’s an Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction. This article will include an Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Pick.
Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview
The Atlanta Hawks have been in a slump as they've lost five of their last six games overall, and they will be hoping to avoid a third straight defeat after getting routed by the Thunder in a 135-119 loss on Friday. Onyeka Okongwu led the team with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and two assists, Caris LeVert scored 23 points off the bench while Trae Young chipped in with 19 points and 12 assists. As a team, the Hawks shot 48 percent from the field and 15 of 36 from the 3-point line as they struggled to contain the Thunder from the start. They allowed 40 points and another 37 points in the third quarter to trail by as many as 27 points at one stage.
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies have been in a rut as they've lost five of their last seven games overall. The Grizzlies will be hoping for a better result after coming up painfully short to the Spurs in a 130-128 loss on Saturday. Jaren Jackson Jr led the team with 42 points on 15 of 25 shooting, Jaylen Wells added 18 points, Zach Edey tallied 17 points on seven of seven shooting while Santi Aldama chipped in with 15 points, eight rebounds, and 11 assists. As a team, the Grizzlies shot 52 percent from the field and 11 of 38 from the 3-point line. The Spurs clawed their way back from an early 22-point deficit to tie the game with 23.1 seconds left on the clock. The Spurs snatched the game away with a game-winner from De'Aaron Fox with just 2.1 seconds left on the clock. The Grizzlies will take on the Thunder and Mavericks after this game.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last 10 night games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Hawks have lost each of their last six night games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last eight games at FedExForum against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as underdogs.
Why the Atlanta Hawks will win
- The road team has won each of the last four games between the Hawks and Grizzlies.
- The Grizzlies have lost five of their last six games when playing with a rest disadvantage against the Hawks.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games.
- The Hawks have covered the spread in each of their last six Monday night games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Grizzlies' last four home games against Southeast Division opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Hawks' last seven night games against Southwest Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
The Hawks are still missing Georges Niang and Jalen Johnson, while the Grizzlies are keeping an eye on Ja Morant, who is questionable for this one. The Hawks could really do with a win just to steady their season, but they've really been struggling lately as they've been hit hard by injuries. So the advantage in depth clearly goes to the Grizzlies, even if Morant isn't able to suit up. The Hawks should be well-rested as they haven't played since Friday, but I don't think that will be enough to hang with the Grizzlies, who rested a bunch of players in their last game.
Peter’s Pick Memphis -6.5
The pick in this article is the opinion of the writer, not a PickDawgz site consensus.
AUTHOR: Peter Tran
