Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan. 27, 2025

The Memphis Grizzlies face the New York Knicks on Monday, the first of two meetings this season between the teams. Ja Morant and Co., on a six-game winning streak, look to extend their run at Madison Square Garden, where the hosts are 15-8. JJ Jackson, Zach Edey and Desmond Bane are ready to help Morant lead the team.

The Knicks opened a five-game homestand with a 143-120 beatdown of the Sacramento Kings on Saturday. New York defeated one of the hottest teams in the NBA thanks to the impressive output of their starters, who outscored the entire Kings roster. Josh Hart is questionable, but Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby are available to help the Knicks defend their home court.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks Preview, Prediction, Starting Lineups and Betting Tips

Madison Square Garden will host the Grizzlies-Knicks showdown. Basketball fans can catch the action on ESPN or stream the game via NBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Grizzlies (+140) vs. Knicks (-165)

Odds: Grizzlies (+3.5) vs. Knicks (-3.5)

Total (O/U): Grizzlies (o241.5 -110) vs. Knicks (u241.5 -110)

Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks preview

The Memphis Grizzlies' offense has been on fire during their six-game winning streak, outscoring opponents by an average of 13.5 points per game. They will depend on their balanced attack once more to secure a victory against the hosts.

The New York Knicks relied on their starters, who combined for 123 points to outscore the Kings’ 120-point output. With Tom Thibodeau’s bench being the worst in the NBA, he will ask his starting unit to carry the load again. If Josh Hart is held out due to knee soreness, someone from the bench must step up.

If the Knicks' offense stutters, Thibodeau will be hoping his middle-of-the-pack defense shows up.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks predicted starting lineups

Grizzlies

PG: Ja Morant | SG: Desmond Bane | SF: Jaylen Wells | PF: Jaren Jackson Jr. | C: Zach Edey

Knicks

PG: Jalen Brunson | SG: Josh Hart | SF: Mikal Bridges | PF: OG Anunoby | C: Karl-Anthony Towns

Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks betting tips

Jaren Jackson Jr. averages 24.9 points per game in January on 51.1% shooting. The in-form forward could keep his impressive scoring run and blow past his 20.5 (O/U) points prop.

Jalen Brunson has picked up his scoring in January after averaging 24.4 ppg in December. This month, he is scoring 27.8 ppg while shooting 49.6% from the floor, including 37.7% from deep. Like Jackson, Brunson could top his 25.5 (O/U) points prop.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks prediction

The Grizzlies are on a hot streak but have a modest 12-10 record away from Memphis. The Knicks recently demonstrated their home court prowess with a decisive victory over the Sacramento Kings. Jalen Brunson's team could secure another home win after hosting the Grizzlies.