Memphis is 0-3 when either Ja Morant or Desmond Bane sits, and Bane (24.7 ppg) is out with a sprained big toe. The Pelicans are better than their 7-6 record. Whether or not Zion Williamson plays, New Orleans should improve to 4-2 at home and cover this modest number.

Tuesday brought mixed news for the Grizzlies. On the positive side of things, Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) is intending to make his season debut. On the negative side, it was announced that Desmond Bane (toe) is going to miss at least the next two weeks. They are only 4-4 on the road this season, compared to a 5-1 mark at home. If Jackson does play in this game, his minutes will likely be limited. Even though Zion Williamson (foot) is listed as questionable for the Pelicans, they have enough firepower with Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum to earn the win at home.