Sun Mar 09 21:50:00 UTC 2025: **Grizzlies Guard Bane Expected to Cool Off Against Pelicans**

NEW ORLEANS, LA – Desmond Bane’s recent scoring streak is expected to end Sunday night when the Memphis Grizzlies face the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Arena. While Bane has averaged over 20 points per game, his scoring prowess has been significantly stronger at home. Sports analyst Phil Naessens predicts Bane will fall short of his 24.5-point over/under prop bet, citing Bane’s lower road average and the Pelicans’ surprisingly effective defense against opposing shooting guards.

The game itself is anticipated to be a close contest between two injury-riddled teams. Naessens highlights the Pelicans’ recent success in limiting opposing guards, pointing to Jalen Green’s low scoring output in recent matchups as an example. Bane has also only exceeded 25 points once in his last ten road games.

Naessens’ predictions also include Jalen Wells exceeding 1.5 three-pointers and a Grizzlies moneyline victory. He bases this on Wells’ increased playing time due to potential injuries to other Grizzlies players, and the Pelicans’ comparatively weak three-point defense. Furthermore, the Grizzlies have a strong recent record against the Pelicans. Despite the Grizzlies’ recent home win against Dallas, the Pelicans’ recent struggles (losing four of their last five) also contribute to the prediction.

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