Bucks vs. Grizzlies Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 02th, 2025

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February 02th, 2025 is the date to mark on your calendar, as the Bucks and the Grizzlies go head-to-head in an NBA clash in Milwaukee, WI at Fiserv Forum. Explore our picks and predictions for a winning betting experience.

Introduction to the Bucks vs. Grizzlies betting tip and prediction

At 19:30 on February 02th, 2025, the Eastern Conference and Western Conference will meet in this thrilling NBA contest. The Bucks enters as -3.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Bucks were 3.5 point underdogs but lost the game to Grizzlies, 111-101. The over/under for the upcoming game is 243 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 212.5 points, and the under was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we are all well aware of how crucial the 3-point shot has become to the game. Let's analyze the proficiency of teams in long-range shooting. The Bucks are currently nailing 38.5% of their 3-pointers. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies are impressively converting 37.3% of their shots from beyond the arc. The Bucks are dedicating 42% of their attempts to 3-pointers, showcasing their commitment to long-range shooting. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Milwaukee Bucks

How are the Bucks playing this season?

The Bucks comes into this game with a 26-20 record, and they are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bucks win their most recent game?

No, Bucks fell to the Spurs, 144-118. Brook Lopez scored 25 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Bucks

The leading scorer for the Bucks this season is Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 31.8 points per game. He scored 21 points on 10-for-23 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Grizzlies. In the last game, he scored 64 points in DraftKings and 61.8 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Bucks

Coming into the February 02th, 2025 contest, Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the Bucks with 12.2 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 64 points in DraftKings and 61.8 fantasy points in FanDuel. Damian Lillard has a team-high 7.3 assists per game. He scored 39.25 DraftKings points and 38.1 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Bucks is Damian Lillard (1.2 steals per game). He has 39.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 38.1 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Brook Lopez is leading the way for the Bucks with 2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 18.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 18.5 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Bucks Team Analysis

The Bucks' point differential this season is 2.5 points per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. They are averaging 114.6 points per game while allowing 112.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bucks are making 14.1 shots per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bucks are making 16.4 per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA.

Projected Bucks Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Grizzlies, the Bucks' starting lineup consisted of Brook Lopez, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jae Crowder, Malik Beasley and Pat Connaughton. For the upcoming matchup, the Bucks has the following injuries: AJ Johnson is out (illness), Bobby Portis is questionable (personal) and Tyler Smith isquestionable (illness).

Memphis Grizzlies

How are the Grizzlies playing this season?

The Grizzlies head this game with a 32-16 record, and they are currently 2nd in the Western Conference standings. The Grizzlies are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Grizzlies win their most recent game?

Yes, Grizzlies defeated the Rockets, 120-119. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 35 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Grizzlies

The leading scorer for the Grizzlies this season is Jaren Jackson Jr., who is averaging 22.8 points per game. Jaren Jackson Jr. also leads the team in minutes played per game with 30.11. He scored 35 points on 14-for-26 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Bucks. In the last game, scored 34 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.8 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Grizzlies

Zach Edey is leading the way with 7.3 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 9.5 points in DraftKings and 8.4 in FanDuel. Ja Morant is dishing out a team-high 7.5 assists per game In terms of steals, the Grizzlies' leader is Marcus Smart with 1.3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Grizzlies is Jaren Jackson Jr., who is sending back 1.6 shots per game. He scored 34 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.8 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Grizzlies Team Analysis

The Grizzlies' point differential this season is 7.5 points per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA. They are averaging 123.2 points per game while allowing 115.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Grizzlies are making 14 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Grizzlies are making 18.5 per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA.

Projected Grizzlies' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bucks, the Grizzlies' starting five were Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama, G. G. Jackson, Luke Kennard and Scotty Pippen Jr.. For the upcoming matchup, Grizzlies has the following injuries: Ja Morant is questionable (shoulder), Marcus Smart is out (finger), Cam Spencer is out (thumb) and Vince Williams is out (ankle).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Bucks coming into this game as -3.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Grizzlies.

Money Line betting suggestion

Bucks are a -3.5 money line favorite for the game against the Grizzlies, and the suggestion is to pick the Grizzlies.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Bucks and Grizzlies is 243 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Bucks and Grizzlies have combined for just 1 overtime game this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.