Bulls vs. Grizzlies prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [3/28/2026]

NBA action continues on Saturday at 8:00 PM ET as the favored Chicago Bulls lock horns with the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Bulls as the most likely winner of the Bulls vs. Grizzlies game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Grizzlies lineup will feature stars like GG Jackson, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Cedric Coward, while the Bulls will be led by Matas Buzelis, Josh Giddey and Collin Sexton.

This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Bulls vs. Grizzlies prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Bulls and Grizzlies, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives the Bulls a 66% chance of beating the Grizzlies. Our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 124-120.

According to our model, the Grizzlies (+5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 247.5 points has a 56% chance of staying under.

Bulls vs. Grizzlies odds

We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Bulls vs. Grizzlies picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Under 247.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Bulls vs. Grizzlies player props

NBA player props are a great way to wager on the Chicago vs. Memphis game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at FedExForum.

Matas Buzelis is expected to lead the Bulls with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists, while GG Jackson is projected to have 19 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists for the Grizzlies.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.

Bulls prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Bulls are:

Grizzlies prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Grizzlies:

Bulls vs. Grizzlies game-day updates and essential details

Saturday's game between the Grizzlies and Bulls at FedExForum is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.

• Who: Chicago Bulls vs. Memphis Grizzlies
• Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
• Venue: FedExForum

Conclusion

We predict the Bulls, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Grizzlies on Saturday, with Josh Giddey projected for a game-high 54 fantasy points.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bulls vs. Grizzlies insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.

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