Grizzlies vs Bulls NBA Preseason Prediction and Preview, Oct 9
reseason, Friday, October 9: the Grizzlies take on the Bulls in Chicago at 8:00 PM ET.
Price: thin trading so far (Grizzlies 43¢, Bulls 57¢, as of Fri 7:45 AM ET)
Kalshi: Bulls 57¢, Grizzlies 43¢
Live price and every move: NBA WIRE
What the price says
Trading is thin so far: Grizzlies 43¢, Bulls 57¢. Expect the price to firm up closer to tip. Kalshi has the Bulls 1¢ cheaper at 57¢.
Who will play, and for how long
Starters typically get a quarter or two of work, and a couple may not dress at all. Most of the second half goes to young players and camp invites fighting for the last roster spots.
Availability
As of Fri 7:45 AM ET. Statuses can change up to tip; in preseason, teams often rest healthy players without listing them.
Tre Jones (Bulls): Day-To-Day, left hip, expected back Oct 9
Nic Claxton (Bulls): Day-To-Day, not specified hamstring, expected back Oct 21
Isaiah Stewart (Grizzlies): Day-To-Day, left ankle, expected back Oct 9
Micah Peavy (Grizzlies): Day-To-Day, not specified ankle, expected back Oct 9
Zach Collins (Bulls): Day-To-Day, right toe, expected back Oct 9
Jaylin Sellers (Bulls): Day-To-Day, back, expected back Oct 9
The rotations, by last season’s numbers
Last season’s numbers on this season’s rosters. In preseason they show who the regulars are, not how long they will play.
Grizzlies
Jerami Grant: 29.7 min, 23.8% usage, .608 TS%, 57 games (new, was POR)
Jaylen Wells: 26.4 min, 19.3% usage, .559 TS%, 69 games
Cedric Coward: 25.8 min, 21.5% usage, .585 TS%, 62 games
Cam Spencer: 23.8 min, 17.2% usage, .649 TS%, 72 games
Kris Murray: 23.4 min, 10.6% usage, .550 TS%, 57 games (new, was POR)
Don’t forget about Ty Jerome, who was a usage monster in limited minutes for Memphis in 2025/26.
Bulls
Josh Giddey: 32.1 min, 24.4% usage, .562 TS%, 54 games
Norman Powell: 29.6 min, 27.2% usage, .609 TS%, 58 games (new, was MIA)
Matas Buzelis: 29.2 min, 22.8% usage, .586 TS%, 77 games
Nic Claxton: 27.8 min, 17.7% usage, .592 TS%, 69 games (new, was BKN)
Tre Jones: 27.0 min, 19.2% usage, .637 TS%, 65 games
It’s also a nice rookie battle between Cameron Boozer, the third pick in the draft, and Caleb Wilson, the fourth pick. Both should have big offensive roles this season.
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FAQ
Who is favored in Grizzlies vs Bulls?
Neither clearly yet: trading is thin. The price updates live on NBA WIRE.
When and where is Grizzlies vs Bulls?
Friday, October 9, at 8:00 PM ET, in Chicago.
Good luck!
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