NBA Betting: Grizzlies vs. Jazz Game 2 Odds, Expert Picks, Best Bet & Prediction

After navigating through the NBA play-in tournament and into the main postseason bracket, the Memphis Grizzlies took it a step further on Sunday night. Dillon Brooks scored 31 points, a record for a player making his playoff debut, and the Grizzlies toppled the top-seeded Utah Jazz in Game 1 of this series. Can Memphis keep their run alive? Or will Utah have a resounding answer in tonight’s Game 2? This Grizzlies vs. Jazz NBA betting picks preview will explore the best NBA betting odds, provide some key betting trends and offer the top NBA picks and predictions for the game.

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Grizzlies vs. Jazz NBA Betting Preview: NBA Picks & Odds for Round 1 Playoffs

Grizzlies vs. Jazz Game Info

NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals Game 2 (MEM leads 1-0)
Memphis Grizzlies (41-34, 22-16 Away) vs. Utah Jazz (52-21, 31-6 Home)
Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2021
Time: 10 p.m. EST
Venue: Vivint Arena — Salt Lake City, Utah
Coverage: TNT

It has been a collective effort for the Grizzlies most of this season. Game 1 of this series was no different, although Dillon Brooks had the standout performance. After flummoxing DeMar DeRozan in the first of Memphis’ two play-in games, Brooks found his stroke at the offensive end against the Jazz. His 31 points and seven rebounds led the team. Ja Morant was not far behind with 26 points, four boards and four assists. Jonas Valanciunas also pitched in a double-double line with 15 points and 12 rebounds. Although they remain massive NBA betting underdogs to win this series, the Grizzlies showed that they are game for competition, even for the best team in the league.

For the Jazz, although dropping Game 1 is far from ideal, perhaps some solace can be taken in the fact that they were without Donovan Mitchell. After reportedly being upset with the Utah medical staff for ruling him out just before tip-off, Mitchell will be on the floor in Game 2. However, it will be his first game back in quite some time. Rust could play a factor. That being said, Mike Conley showed no signs of rust in Game 1, his first live-action after an injury stint of his own. Conley scored 22 points, dished 11 assists and grabbed six rebounds. Bojan Bogdanovic also exploded for 29 points in the narrow defeat.

Grizzlies vs. Jazz Betting NBA Picks + NBA Odds Shopping

Using Awesemo’s OddsShopper Tool, we can easily compare the NBA odds for Grizzlies vs. Jazz NBA playoffs betting across the major sportsbooks. The odds outlined below are from 1 p.m. EST on May 25, so make sure to check out the OddsShopper tool yourself to get the most up-to-date odds.

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NBA Odds: Moneyline

Grizzlies: (+400) — William Hill
Jazz: (-455) — BetMGM, DraftKings

NBA Odds: Spread

Grizzlies: +9.5 (-110) — BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings, William Hill
Jazz: -9.5 (-110) — BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings, William Hill

NBA Odds: Total

Over: 218.5 (-115) — BetMGM
Under: 219.5 (-113) — DraftKings

Grizzlies vs. Jazz NBA Betting Trends

Grizzlies are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games as an NBA betting underdog.
Jazz are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 home games against teams with a winning record.
Grizzlies are just 1-5 ATS in their last six games following an ATS win.
Jazz are 0-4 ATS in their last four NBA playoffs games as a betting favorite.
Over is 5-0 in the Grizzlies’ last five playoff games as an NBA betting underdog.
Over is 6-0 in the last six head-to-head Grizzlies vs. Jazz matchups in Utah.

Grizzlies vs. Jazz Prediction

With Mitchell back in the fold, it’s very hard to envision the Jazz losing back-to-back playoff games on their home floor. In fact, it’s somewhat difficult to see them even letting the Grizzlies hang around tonight. It is a large number to lay, but look to back Utah at -9.5. The total also stands out, especially given the line discrepancies throughout the NBA betting market. Playing over 218.5 is the preferred wager for this matchup.

Prediction: Jazz -9.5, Over 218.5

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