The Memphis Grizzlies held the Clippers to their lowest point total of the season and 33.8 percent shooting in a 96-86 triumph Wednesday night.

I expect their top rated defense to allow them to keep it close here at New Orleans Friday night.

The Pelicans are coming off a 132-106 win over Dallas, but they've not played particularly well lately winning just three of their last nine games. They might be scoring at will, but it's often on expense of their defense and their scoring defense ranks among the worst in the NBA.

Look for Memphis to control the tempo of this game and threaten to win outright.

Grizzlies are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 Friday games. Pelicans are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 Friday games.

10* play on Memphis Grizzlies.