Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors

Friday, October 23, 2026 10:00 PM ET Game 17081184
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Game Analysis

The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Golden State Warriors on Friday, October 23, 2026. Memphis comes in with a perfect 1-0 record, while Golden State is looking to bounce back after a loss, sitting at 0-1.

The spread is set at 2.5 points, with Memphis as the underdog at +2.5 (-102) and Golden State favored at -2.5 (-118). This means the Warriors need to win by at least 3 points to cover the spread, and bettors backing the Grizzlies can win if Memphis either wins outright or loses by 2 points or fewer. The slightly better price on Memphis suggests the market sees value in the Grizzlies, possibly due to their strong start.

Looking at the moneyline, Memphis offers +124 odds, meaning a $100 bet nets $124 if they win straight up. Golden State’s moneyline is -148, so you’d need to bet $148 to win $100 on the Warriors. The moneyline odds confirm Golden State as the favorite, but not by a huge margin.

The total is set at 234.5 points, with even odds on the over and under (-110 each). This suggests the game is expected to be moderately high scoring, but the market isn’t leaning heavily either way.

Overall, the lines indicate a close game, with Golden State favored but Memphis respected after their opening win. Bettors might find the underdog spread or moneyline appealing if they believe Memphis can keep it tight or pull the upset.

Analysis updated October 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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