Orlando Magic vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction, Preview and Odds - 03/28/2023

by Rod Pearson

Monday, Mar 27, 2023
Game Time: 8:00 pm ET, Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Venue:  FedExForum, Memphis, TN
Where to Watch:  BSSE


Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks

DraftKings:  Point Spread:  Magic +8.5, Grizzlies -8.5; Over/Under:  235.5 points
Bet365:  Point Spread:  Magic +8.5, Grizzlies -8.5; Over/Under:  235.5 points
BetMGM:  Point Spread:  Magic +8.5, Grizzlies -8.5; Over/Under:  235.5 points

Season Record

Orlando Magic:  32-43 (4th place, Southeast Division)
Memphis Grizzlies:  47-27 (1st place, Southwest Division)

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Recent Form
Orlando Magic:  5-5 last 10
Memphis Grizzlies:  9-1 last 10


Orlando Magic vs Memphis Grizzlies Preview and Analysis


The Magic are coming into this game with a 32-43 record overall and they are 13-24 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 3 game winning streak with wins coming against the Washington Wizards, the New York Knicks, and the Brooklyn Nets in their last game. Cole Anthony led the team in points in that game with 21 while Franz Wagner was next on the team with 19 points. Markelle Fultz led the team in assists in that game with 9 while Franz Wagner led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 52.9% from the field, 31.8% from 3-point range, and 78.6% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 111.8 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 114.2 PPG against them. The Magic have an ATS record of 42-32-1 this season and their O/U record is 36-37-2.



The Grizzlies are coming into this game with a 47-27 record overall and they are 32-5 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 6 game winning streak with wins coming against the San Antonio Spurs, the Golden State Warriors, the Dallas Mavericks, the Houston Rockets twice in a row, and the Atlanta Hawks in their last game. Ja Morant led the team in points in that game with 27 while Desmond Bane was next on the team with 25 points. Ja Morant led the team in assists in that game with 6 while Jaren Jackson Jr. and Xavier Tillman each led the team in rebounds with 8. They were 53.9% from the field, 39.4% from 3-point range, and 73.7% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 116.8 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 112.4 PPG against them. The Grizzlies have an ATS record of 35-37-2 this season and their O/U record is 33-39-2.


Magic vs Grizzlies Prediction

The current betting odds have the Grizzlies listed as an 8.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Grizzlies are one of the best teams in the West right now with their 47-27 record overall also making them one of the best teams in the NBA this year. They have been an incredible home team all year with their 32-5 home record and they have a ton of momentum on their side with 6 wins in a row now. The Grizzlies are still fighting for the number 1 seed in the West with the Nuggets and with so few games left in the season, they will be pushing hard to the end of the season now that they are all healthy again. The Magic haven't been great this season with their losing 32-43 record overall. They have improved a lot as a team from last season but they have still been really bad in their road games with a 13-24 road record. They have some momentum on their side now with 3 wins in a row but they have a very tall mountain to climb to make the playoffs and they will likely fall short while the Grizzlies still have something to play for and want that number 1 seed in the West. The best way to place a bet here is on the Grizzlies to cover the spread in this game. 

Magic Grizzlies Prediction:  Our NBA Pick for Tuesday, March 28, 2023 (8:00 pm ET start time) is Grizzlies 132 Magic 111.
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NBA Betting Trends


Orlando Magic: 8-16 ATS after a win by 10 points or more. 19-13 UNDER as a road underdog. 31-21 UNDER in a road game where the total is greater than or equal to 220.
Memphis Grizzlies: 23-13 ATS in home games. 18-10 ATS against Southeast division opponents. 26-15 UNDER when the total is greater than or equal to 230.

Key Injuries


Orlando Magic:  J. Isaac (PF) out for season - Groin.
Memphis Grizzlies:  Z. Williams (SF) Out indefinitely - Foot. V. Williams Jr. (SG) Out indefinitely - Shoulder. S. Adams (C) Early April - Knee. B. Clarke (PF) out for season - Achilles.


Notable Quotes


“Tonight we did it by committee. That’s the message that we continue to sell. Eight guys in double figures, 30 assists. Our ability to do it together is the most important thing for this group.” - Jamahl Mosley after his team’s win against the nets in their game on Sunday.


“We haven’t really been getting it going on the road.” - Jaren Jackson Jr. after their win against the Hawks in their game on Sunday.


Starting Lineups


Orlando Magic
PG Markelle Fultz
SG Gary Harris
SF Franz Wagner
PF Paolo Banchero
C Wendell Carter Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies
PG Ja Morant
SG Desmond Bane
SF Dillon Brooks
PF Jaren Jackson Jr.
C Xavier Tillman

Statistical Leaders


Orlando Magic
PPG: P. Banchero (19.8)
APG: M. Fultz (5.8)
Reb/G: W. Carter Jr. (8.8)

Memphis Grizzlies
PPG: J. Morant (26.8)
APG: J. Morant (8.1)
Reb/G: S. Adams (11.5)

Coaches:
Orlando Magic: Jamahl Mosley (2nd season)
Memphis Grizzlies: Taylor Jenkins (4th season)



Rod Pearson

About the Author:

Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life.  He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years.  In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective.  Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.

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