Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Betting Preview (March 12, 2021)

The Nuggets are back after the long All-Star break and they are set to battle with the Grizzlies on Friday night. Denver sits in fifth place in the Western Conference, but they are only a game ahead of ninth-place Memphis in the loss column.

Let’s dive into the different markets out there for Colorado sports bettors in our Nuggets vs. Grizzlies betting preview, complete with the best odds, picks, and predictions.

Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Betting Preview

Denver did not come out of the gates strong after the short offseason, but they are starting to find their rhythm. Although Jokic has been carrying the Nuggets, he needs his supporting cast to step up in a big way. Jokic is +450 to win the MVP on DraftKings Sportsbook right now.

As for the Grizzlies, they are going to go as far as Ja Morant takes them. The second-year guard is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA and he gives Memphis a chance to win on any given night.

Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Odds

All lines courtesy of DraftKings Colorado:

• Spread: Nuggets -3 (-112) // Grizzlies +3 (-109)
• Moneyline: Nuggets -148 // Grizzlies +123
• Total: Over 227.5 (-113) // Under 227.5 (-108)

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Bets We Like With A Nuggets Win

Nikola Jokic 25+ Points (-135)

It shouldn’t need to be said again, but Jokic is having a remarkable season. He has always been a great rebounder and one of the best passers in the game regardless of position. However, this year he has taken his scoring to a different level.

The Serbian is averaging a career-high 27.1 points per game on 57/42/88 shooting splits. Not only is he shooting the ball with higher efficiency, but he’s doing it on a much higher volume than normal.

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Bets We Like With A Grizzlies Win

Ja Morant Over 20.5 Points (-110)

This Ja Morant total points over/under is right around his season average (19.8). It’s tough to know what to expect for Morant coming out of the All-Star break, but we’re guessing if he plays well, the Nuggets will have a chance to win.

In his last three games (two of which came before the All-Star break), Morant is averaging 30.3 points per game on over 50% shooting. Memphis won two of those three games.

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Bets We Like Regardless Of Outcome

Memphis Grizzlies +1.5 First Half Spread (-115)

The Grizzlies opened up the second half of their season on Wednesday with a win over the Wizards. Meanwhile, this will be the Nuggets’ first game since the All-Star break. That begs the question: Will Denver be rusty or rested?

We’re banking on the Grizzlies coming into this game with a little bit of momentum and covering the first-half spread.

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Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Prediction, Pick

The Nuggets are going to likely need a quarter or a half to regain their rhythm, but we expect Denver to handle Memphis and cover the spread. The Grizzlies aren’t going to have an answer for Jokic down the stretch of this game.

The Pick: Nuggets -4.