Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies preview: Prediction, odds and more for 2023-24 NBA preseason

The Milwaukee Bucks and Memphis Grizzlies will face off on October 10 as the NBA preseason continues to pick up steam. Both teams have already played their opening game, with the Bucks overcoming the Chicago Bulls and the Grizzlies winning an overtime contest against the Indiana Pacers.

Outside of Ja Morant, who is currently serving a suspension, neither team is expected to miss anyone from their primary rotation. Milwaukee will be focused on getting Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo as many on-court reps as possible. While the Grizzlies have some new faces, they must acclimate to their system.

Preseason basketball isn't about wins and losses. Rather, it's about teams getting back into game shape and learning the intricacies of their coach's game plan for the upcoming season. However, every roster wants to secure a victory to build momentum, which often makes for some fun contests.

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Prediction

The Milwaukee Bucks are seen as genuine championship contenders. The big three of Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Khris Middleton is capable of causing chaos for an opposing defense. Brook Lopez continues to be one of the best defensive big men in the NBA, too.

Milwaukee's roster does have questionable depth, though. As such, it will be interesting to see whether the Bucks field a full-strength lineup or let their starters sit. If we see Milwaukee's best rotation, they should be considered favorites for their game against Memphis. If we see the Bucks bench unit, then the Grizzlies have a chance.

Memphis also has some new faces. Marcus Smart and Derrick Rose will add potency and grit to the point guard spot. However, if Lillard is on the court, he will dominate both of those matchups.

Milwaukee Bucks Roster

Giannis Antetokounmpo
Thanasis Antetokounmpo
Malik Beasley
Margue Bolden
Pat Connaughton
Jae Crowder
AJ Green
Andre Jackson Jr.
Damian Lillard
Chris Livingston
Brook Lopez
Robin Lopez
Khris Middleton
Omari Moore
Cameron Payne
Bobby Portis
Drew Timme
TyTy Washington Jr.
Lindell Wigginton

Memphis Grizzlies Roster

Jacob Gilyard
GG Jackson
Shaquille Harrison
Xavier Tillman
Jake LaRavia
Steven Adams
Derrick Rose
Vince Williams Jr.
Kenneth Lofton Jr.
Santi Aldama
Ziaire Williams
Luke Kennard
Matt Hurt
Ja Morant
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Brandon Clarke
Mychal Mulder
Desmond Bane
David Roddy
Marcus Smart
John Konchar

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Where to watch

You can watch the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies preseason game on NBA League Pass, FUBO, Bally Sports SE-MEM, and Bally Sports WI.

The game is scheduled for 8 PM Eastern and will take place at the FedExForum in Memphis.

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Odds

Moneyline: Bucks (+310,) Grizzlies (+400)

Spread: Bucks (+8.5,) Grizzlies (-8.5)

Total points: Over 230 (-110) Under 230 (-110)