Memphis Grizzlies vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Prediction for Friday March 13 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 03/13/2026, 12:30 AM ET

Grizzlies Preview

The Friday NBA schedule will get underway with a matchup between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Detroit Pistons from Little Caesars Arena. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Grizzlies (23-32) are looking to snap a six-game losing streak and have fallen out of contention in the Western Conference. Last night, Memphis missed 34 of 48 three-point attempts and shot 42 percent overall during a 120-112 home loss versus Dallas.

Memphis F Jaylen Wells led all scorers with 23 points on 7-for-15 shooting, but finished with a minus 19 rating. GG Jackson scored 20 points on 8-for-15 from the field and pulled down four boards. Javon Small added 19 points and nine assists for the Grizzlies, who fell to 12-20 at home.

Pistons Preview

The Detroit Pistons have won 24 of their first 32 home games and are four games clear of Boston for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons (47-18) rank second in the league in defensive efficiency and are limiting opponents to 109.6 points per contest. Last night, Detroit assisted on 37 of 48 made field goals and shot 54 percent from the field during a 131-109 home victory versus Philadelphia.

Detroit F Duncan Robinson nailed 5-for-7 from beyond the arc and finished with a game-high 19 points. Javonte Green scored 17 points on 5-for-8 shooting in just 19 minutes off the bench. All-Star C Jalen Duren added 14 points and ten rebounds for the Pistons.

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Grizzlies vs Pistons Pick

Detroit G Ausar Thompson missed Thursday’s game with a right ankle sprain and is unlikely to suit up for this contest. The Grizzlies play at the third fastest tempo in the league and rann 20th in defensive efficiency. With both teams playing on consecutive nights, the over is the play. Final Score Prediction, Detroit Pistons win 125-112.