Published Mar 15, 12:21pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 15, 12:21pm ET
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Updated Mar 15, 12:21pm ET
One of the games on Monday's NBA slate features the Chicago Bulls taking on the Memphis Grizzlies. Who has the edge in our Bulls vs Grizzlies pick?
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| Chicago Bulls | -4.5 (-111) |
| Memphis Grizzlies | +4.5 (-111) |
After securing an overtime win against the Warriors, Chicago has dropped two straight. This includes a 119-108 loss to the LA Clippers on Friday night.
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The new-look Bulls have been inconsistent at best, and that trend continued against LA. Although Chicago had a balanced scoring effort, the road team shot just 44 percent overall and 12-of-41 (29 percent) from 3-point range.
Tre Jones scored a team-high 21 points on 10-of-11 shooting from the field. Josh Giddey posted a triple-double of 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Following wins over Dallas and Indiana, the Grizzlies have lost their last seven games. Their latest setback was a 126-110 loss to the Detroit Pistons.
Memphis kept it close early, trailing 37-35 after the first quarter. But the Pistons increased the lead to 14 points after three, and it ballooned to 22 in the fourth quarter, prompting head coach J.B. Bickerstaff to empty his bench.
Javon Small led the way with 23 points off the bench. He shot 6-for-9 overall and 4-for-6 from downtown. Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer added 21 and 19 points, respectively.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Bulls have won four of the previous five meetings in this series. Furthermore, Memphis is 2-8 across its last 10 road outings.
Pick: Bulls
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Chicago Bulls
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