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New York Knicks vs Memphis Grizzlies Odds Line Picks and Prediction - October 19 2022 NBA Season

Memphis Grizzlies vs New York Knicks The will begin their 2022-23 NBA season against the on Wednesday (October 19). The Knicks want to start strong as they look to finish at the top of the East. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, will hope to build on their successful 2021–22 campaign. Last season, the Grizzlies beat the Knicks 2-0 to sweep their season series. New York concluded their 2021–22 season with a 37–45 record to finish 11th in the Eastern Conference and miss the postseason. Meanwhile, Memphis ended the regular season with a record of 56-26, winning their first division title in team history. They beat the in the first round of the playoffs in six games before falling to eventual champion in the conference semifinals in six games.

With 106.5 points per game a year ago, the Knicks' scoring offense ranked 26th in the NBA. With 46.1 rebounds per game, New York was tied for fourth in rebounding, while with 21.9 assists per game, they were 30th in assists. The Knicks' scoring defense, which allowed 106.6 points per game, was sixth in the league. was the team's leader with 20.1 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game. Obi Toppin scored nine points per game; Evan Fournier supplied 14.1 points per game, and RJ Barrett averaged 20 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. Strong backup choices like Derrick Rose (12 points, 4 assists) and Jalen Brunson (16.3 points, 4.8 assists with Dallas) also contributed. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, averaged 115.6 points per game last season and finished second in the NBA in scoring offense. Memphis led in rebounding with 49.2 boards per game and sixth in assists, averaging 26 per game. The Grizzlies were 12th in the league, surrendering 109.9 points per game, placing them in the middle of the defensive pack. Ja Morant was the team's top performer, averaging 27.4 points and 6.7 assists per game. Desmond Bane averaged 18.2 points per game, while Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 16.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per outing. At the attacking end, Dillon Brooks (18.4 points) and Steven Adams (both 10.0 points) made significant contributions.

Knicks vs Grizzlies Betting Odds

TeamMoney lineSpreadOver/UnderNew York Knicks+180+5.5 (-110)Over 226 (-110)Memphis Grizzlies-210-5.5 (-110)Under 226 (-110)

Knicks vs Grizzlies Match Details

Fixture: Knicks at Grizzlies Date and Time: Wednesday, October 19; 7:40 pm ET Venue: FedEx Forum, Memphis, TN

Knicks vs Grizzlies Potential Starting Lineups

Memphis: Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, John Konchar, Santi Aldama, Steven Adams New York: Jalen Brunson, Evan Fournier, RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, Mitchell Robinson

Knicks vs Grizzlies Best Picks and Prediction

With the bold free agent signing of Brunson, the Knicks now have a guard who can fill the stat sheet as they look to fare better this season. New York's tough defense was among the best in the league in keeping opponents from scoring last season. Memphis, meanwhile, was second in the NBA in scoring offense last season. They have brought back nearly all their offensive tools, so this will be a tough test for the Knicks. The Grizzlies tend to wear out opponents and are tough on the glass. Memphis has the advantage in terms of chemistry, as they have almost the same group returning this season. Additionally, they are playing at home, which favors them.

Pick Jalen Brunson over 17 5 points -125

Prediction Grizzlies -5 5 -110

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