Pelicans Face Grizzlies in Crucial NBA Cup Group Play Matchup

NEW ORLEANS, La. — The New Orleans Pelicans aim to build on their recent victory over the Chicago Bulls as they prepare to host the Memphis Grizzlies in NBA Cup Group Play on Wednesday night. The Pelicans, seeking their second consecutive win, come into the matchup with underdog odds.

In their last game on Monday, the Pelicans won against the Bulls, with standout player Zion Williamson scoring 29 points on 8-of-14 shooting. Williamson has had a season filled with inconsistency, but he is currently averaging 22.4 points over eight games this season. He has surpassed his projected points total in five of those games.

Williamson previously faced the Grizzlies on October 22 and scored 27 points, exceeding his points prop line that night. As the team enters this crucial showdown, he is expected to be a key player, potentially nearing the 30-point mark again against Memphis.

Both teams faced each other earlier this season, where the Grizzlies edged out the Pelicans with a score of 128-122. This matchup raises questions about whether the Pelicans can replicate their Monday night success, especially with Grizzlies star Ja Morant expected to be absent.

Looking ahead, sports analysts are leaning towards the Grizzlies to win, setting the Moneyline at -135 in their favor. As the game approaches, odds may be updated, indicating the dynamic nature of the betting landscape.

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