They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Pelicans 104-88. If the Grizzlies keep playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 22-10 in no time. On the other hand, the Pelicans will have to make due with a 5-27 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. The Pelicans (5-26) have the worst record in the Western Conference. Injuries to All-Stars Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson have limited the team after a season of high expectations.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (5-26) host the Memphis Grizzlies (21-10) after losing five home games in a row. The Grizzlies are favored by 9.5 points in the matchup, which tips at 8:00 PM ET on. Our computer predictions for Friday’s game can assist you in placing an informed wager using the

The Rockets are on the road but looking no worse for wear. After three quarters their offense has really been able to impose its will, dominating the Pelicans 108-80. The Rockets entered the matchup having won three straight and they're just one quarter away from another.

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick in the NBA as we head towards the Western Conference for this next battle between rivals. The Memphis Grizzlies will visit the New Orleans Pelicans for the second meeting between these two squads this season.

The Memphis Grizzlies play against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center The Memphis Grizzlies are spending $8,128,776 per win while the New Orleans Pelicans are spending $35,530,031