2026-27 NBA Preseason: Friday's Picks

The 2026-27 NBA Preseason continues today with two games, including the Chicago Bulls facing the Memphis Grizzlies at the United Center. The Grizzlies look completely different following a turbulent 25-57 campaign, the front office made seismic moves by trading away both Ja Morant to Portland and Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah. The Bulls are featuring their elite newcomer in Caleb Wilson, who logged 15 points in their opening action.
 

MEMPHIS AT CHICAGO ODDS, GAME TIME

• Game Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
• Game Time: 8:00 PM ET
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Stadium: United Center
• Favorite: Chicago Bulls
• Underdog: Memphis Grizzlies
• Over/under: 239.5
• Point Spread: Chicago (-3.5)

HOW TO WATCH MEMPHIS AT CHICAGO

• TV: NBA TV

DUNKEL INDEX PREDICTION FOR MEMPHIS AT CHICAGO

Dunkel Ratings: Memphis 112.010; Chicago 119.920
Dunkel Line & Total: Chicago by 8; 244
Vegas Line & Total: Chicago by 3 1/2; 239 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Chicago (-3 1/2); Over

Below are all of the Dunkel Index picks for Friday's NBA Preseason schedule:

DUNKEL INDEX PREDICTION FOR HOUSTON VS DALLAS

Time: 8:00 AM ET
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 240.777; Dallas 213.153
Dunkel Line & Total: Houston by 27 1/2; 225
Vegas Line & Total: Houston by 1 1/2; 229 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Houston (-1 1/2); Under