Bucks vs Grizzlies Picks and Prediction – 11/1/2024

In the first game of a Thursday night NBA TV doubleheader, the Milwaukee Bucks will travel to the FedEx Forum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Bucks (1-3) are looking to snap a three-game losing streak and rank 26th in the league in defensive efficiency. On Monday, Milwaukee was outscored by 11 points during the third quarter of a 119-108 road loss against Boston. 

All-Star G Damian Lillard led all scorers with 33 points (17-18 FT), seven rebounds, and seven assists. All-Star F Giannis Antetokounmpo added 30 points (14-26 FG) and ten rebounds for the Bucks, who missed 23 of 31 three-point attempts.

The Memphis Grizzlies have reached the Western Conference Finals just once in franchise history. The Grizzlies (2-3) currently rank 24th in the league in defensive efficiency and are surrendering 122.3 points per game. Last night, Memphis was outscored by 12 points during the final 12 minutes of a 119-106 home loss versus Brooklyn. 

Memphis F Jaren Jackson Jr. tallied a team-high 30 points on a 10-for-12 shooting performance in just 28 minutes of action. Ja Morant added 14 points (5-16 FG) and 11 assists for the Grizzlies, who allowed the Nets to shoot 51 percent from the field.   

Milwaukee G/F Khris Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out and F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is listed as probable. These two teams rank in the top seven of the league in tempo, so the over is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Grizzlies to win and cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Memphis Grizzlies win 119-112.