Memphis @ New Orleans Picks & Props

The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games. The Memphis Grizzlies check in as the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists). The Pelicans have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.6) in the league to the other team over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists). The matchup vs. the Pelicans may be a hard one for getting to the free throw line; the other team have attempted just 21.3 free throws per game over the last 10 games when the Pelicans are on their home court (7th-least in the league).

CJ McCollum has attempted 17.9 field goals per game this year, putting him in the 94th percentile among all players in the NBA. CJ McCollum has made 2.8 treys per game this year, placing him in the 96th percentile among all players in the NBA. CJ McCollum has averaged 34.4 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking him in the 92nd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league. The Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should raise possessions for the Pelicans. The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).

This matchup is a positive one for attempts from beyond the arc; opposing teams have totaled the 4th-most 3-point attempts per game in the league over the last 5 games when the Pelicans are playing at home (37.6). The Pelicans have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease possessions for the Grizzlies. David Roddy has converted 64.3% of his free throws away from home this year, placing him in the 18th percentile among all players in the NBA. David Roddy will not enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home court generally worsens player production in all facets of the game.

Dillon Brooks has attempted a mere 13.6 shots per game this season, significantly less than his 16.2 rate last season. Dillon Brooks has been called for 3.3 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the league (97th percentile). The matchup vs. the Pelicans is a difficult one; they have given up the 15th-least points per game in the NBA to the opposition's starting SFs this year (13.9). The Pelicans have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease possessions for the Grizzlies. The matchup vs. the Pelicans may be a tough one for getting to the free throw line; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted a mere 1.8 free throws per game over the last 25 games (15th-least in the NBA).

The Pelicans have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease possessions for the Grizzlies. Tyus Jones will not have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on the road generally reduces player production in all stat categories.

Jonas Valanciunas has successfully made 7.6 buckets per game over the last 5 games at home, 2.4 more than he's converted over the course of the season at home. Jonas Valanciunas has sunk 60.0% of his attempts from beyond the arc over the last 10 games at home, 29.4% more than he's made from beyond the arc in all games this season when playing at home. Jonas Valanciunas has played 28.9 minutes per game over the last 10 games, 4.4 higher than he's played overall this season. The Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should raise possessions for the Pelicans. The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).

Desmond Bane has converted 9.6 baskets per game over the last 5 games, 1.8 more than he's converted overall this season. Desmond Bane has sunk 2.9 threes per game when playing on the road this year, placing him in the 96th percentile among all players in the league. Desmond Bane has played 31.1 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 83rd percentile. The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games. The Memphis Grizzlies check in as the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).

Brandon Ingram has committed 2.4 personal fouls per game playing at home this year, ranking him in the 78th percentile -- among the league's most foul-prone. The New Orleans Pelicans check in as the 3rd-lowest scoring offense in the NBA over the last 20 games at home. The matchup vs. the Grizzlies is a difficult one for field goals; the opposing team's starting SFs have shot for the 15th-lowest Field Goal% in the league this year (42.1%). The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games. The Grizzlies have given up the 7th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.1) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).

Trey Murphy III has attempted 8.5 shots from downtown per game over the last 10 games, 2.3 more than he's attempted in all games this year. Trey Murphy III has tallied 35.3 minutes per game over the last 15 games, 5.3 higher than he's tallied in all games this year. The Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should raise possessions for the Pelicans. The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists). Trey Murphy III has sunk 4.6 free throws per game over the last 5 games, 2.6 higher than he's put through the net in all games this season.

Ja Morant has gone over 24.5 in 3 of his last 10 games.

Jaren Jackson Jr. has gone over 20.5 in 4 of his last 10 games.