Memphis Grizzlies vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/28

The Memphis Grizzlies travel to face the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Sunday, December 28, 2025. The game starts at 6:00 PM and will be shown on FDSS. The Grizzlies have a record of 15-16, while the Wizards stand at 6-23.

Memphis is led by head coach Tuomas Iisalo and is coming off two consecutive wins. Washington, coached by Brian Keefe, recently won against the Toronto Raptors. Both teams aim to build momentum in the early part of the season.

Grizzlies vs Wizards Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Washington Wizards
  • Venue: Capital One Arena
  • Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Grizzlies Spread -6.5 (-113), Wizards Spread +6.5 (-107), Grizzlies MoneyLine -269, Wizards MoneyLine +217, Over/Under 238.5 (-111)

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have been on a roll in recent games, showing strong performances. In their latest win against the Milwaukee Bucks, they scored 125 points. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds.

The Grizzlies rank high in possessions per game, sitting second in the league. Their fast-paced play leads to a lot of field goal attempts, although their field goal percentage is lower. They are strong in rebounding, ranking fourth in the league.

Injuries have affected the Grizzlies, with several key players out. Jock Landale is questionable with a calf issue, while others like Brandon Clarke and Ty Jerome are out for longer. Despite these setbacks, the team continues to perform well.

Washington Wizards Team Preview

The Washington Wizards recently secured a win against the Toronto Raptors with a 138-117 score. The team had an impressive field goal percentage of 59.3%. Bilal Coulibaly and Kyshawn George led the team with 21 and 23 points respectively.

In the previous game, the Wizards faced a setback against the Charlotte Hornets, losing 109-126. The team’s shooting was less effective, with a field goal percentage of 41.2%. CJ McCollum scored 14 points, while Alexandre Sarr contributed with 11 rebounds.

The Wizards have some challenges on defense, allowing 125.8 points per game. Despite this, they excel in steals, leading the league with 6.7 per game. Injury concerns include Corey Kispert and Cam Whitmore, who are both out, while Kyshawn George’s status is uncertain.

BTB Betting Pick

The Grizzlies are favored by 6.5 points against the Wizards. Memphis scores 115.4 points per game, while Washington allows 125.8 points per game. With the Grizzlies’ strong rebounding and the Wizards’ struggles on defense, picking the Grizzlies to cover the spread at -6.5 seems reasonable.

The total for the game is set at 238.5 points. The Grizzlies allow 115.8 points per game, and the Wizards score 113.5 points per game. Given both teams’ defensive stats, betting on the over 238.5 is a good choice.