Kings vs. Grizzlies odds, prediction, spread, time: 2026 NBA picks for Monday, February 23, from proven model
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Daniel Kohn
February 23, 2026
AI-Generated Deep Dive Summary
The Sacramento Kings face the Memphis Grizzlies in a crucial NBA matchup on Monday night, with the Kings aiming to end their franchise-worst 16-game losing streak. Despite sitting at 12-46, the lowest record in the league, the Kings are determined to turn things around against a team they've lost all three previous encounters with this season. The Grizzlies, currently at 21-34 and third in the Southwest Division, enter the game as 3.5-point favorites, looking to capitalize on their home court advantage.
Both teams are dealing with key player absences. For Memphis, Ja Morant (elbow) and Zach Edey (ankle) remain out, while Sacramento is without Domantas Sabonis (knee), Zach LaVine (finger), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). These injuries add another layer of challenge for both teams as they navigate this pivotal game. The Kings, particularly, will need to rely on their remaining players, including the recently traded DeMar DeRozan, who is projected by SportsLine's model to score 18.2 points on average.
The game takes place at FedEx Forum in Memphis, with tipoff set for 8 p.m. ET. The betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook show the Grizzlies as slight favorites with a 3.5-point spread and an over/under of 232.5 points. SportsLine's Projection Model, known for its accuracy in predicting NBA outcomes, has simulated the game 10,000 times, resulting in the Under hitting more than 70% of the time. This suggests a lower-scoring contest, with both teams combining for around 219 points.
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/23/2026