Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans - October 22, 2025

3 Most Eye-Catching Box Score Numbers From Pelicans' 139-123 Loss to ClippersAfter a four-game winning streak, the New Orleans Pelicans have started on a two-game losing streak after falling 139-123 to the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday

4 Key Storylines: Raptors vs. GrizzliesThe Toronto Raptors face the Memphis Grizzlies in a crucial NBA matchup. Here are four key storylines that could decide the game.

The Memphis Grizzlies should trade GG JacksonThe Memphis Grizzlies are on a losing streak. After a red-hot start to the season to the tune of a 6-0 record, the squad has dropped their last three games - in

5 Burning Questions Ahead of Grizzlies vs. RaptorsThe Toronto Raptors have a matchup ahead against the Memphis Grizzlies at Scotiabank Arena.

One Improvement I Need to See From the Raptors vs. GrizzliesThe Toronto Raptors are back at home facing off against the surprisingly impressive Memphis Grizzlies.

Grading Every Pelicans Player After Loss vs. ClippersThe New Orleans Pelicans got 25 points apiece from Zion Williamson and Jeremiah Fears, another 26 from Trey Murphy III, and still lost by 16 to a Los Angeles Cl

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Clippers Injury Report vs. Pelicans: Short-Handed LA Trying to Avoid 8th Straight LossThe LA Clippers are still missing key players.

Three Grizzlies Statistics That Stand Out So FarBefore the season, supporters of the Memphis Grizzlies certainly would have celebrated the possibility of a 6-3 start. After all, this is a team that won just 2

Jared McCain's Bounce-Back Game Helps Lead Thunder Past GrizzliesOklahoma City’s young guard showcased the play expected of him on Friday night. The Oklahoma City Thunder started their NBA Cup campaign off with a bang as the

Grading Every Timberwolves Player After 115-109 Win Against PelicansThe Minnesota Timberwolves had to work for this one in New Orleans Friday night. After leading early, Minnesota found itself in a back-and-forth game with the N

2 Things We Learned About Timberwolves in Clutch Win vs. PelicansThe Minnesota Timberwolves struggled a bit with the New Orleans Pelicans, especially with their star player in the lineup. Heading into Friday, the Pelicans wit

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Latest NBA Cup Standings 🏆Where teams stand after Friday's games 📲

Grading Every Pelicans Player After Loss vs. TimberwolvesThe New Orleans Pelicans had spent four games overcoming many of the problems that contributed to their winless start. On Friday night, those problems finally c

Grizzlies' defense no match for Mitchell and Gilgeous-Alexander in blowout loss to ThunderThe Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 128-97. It is the Grizzlies' third consecutive loss after starting the season 6-0. The Thunder built a

4 Most Eye-Catching Box Score Numbers From Timberwolves’ Win vs. PelicansComing off their best win of the season, the Minnesota Timberwolves care of business again, this time on the road against the New Orleans Pelicans. It has been

Winners and Losers from the OKC Thunder’s Blowout win Over the GrizzliesThe Oklahoma City Thunder took on the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, searching for a third-straight win on the first night of a back-to-back. OKC would ulti

Zion Halfcourt Lob to Trey ⚜️

Williamson is usually on the receiving end of these

Wolves Are 7-3 Despite Missing Ant 🐺

Ayo drops 26 while LaMelo adds 22 in NBA Cup win vs. Pelicans

Thunder Rout Grizzlies in Group Play ⚡️

Ajay Mitchell drops career-high 35 pts

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Angel Reese at Wolves-PelicansWNBA star rolls up to support brother Julian in NOLA

Stewart & Pippen Jr.'s status for Grizzlies-Thunder: Injuries, Odds & How to WatchGame date, time and location: Friday, Nov. 6, 7:00 p.m. CST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: DAZN, WATN ABC24 (Memphis), KSBI Channel 52 (Oklahoma) Radio: 92

How Timberwolves’ Starting Lineup Matches Up vs. Pelicans on Friday NightThe Minnesota Timberwolves have already shown they can handle some of the better teams in the Western Conference early this season. Now they get a matchup that

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Lakers' Top Backup Center Options 📝3 affordable trade candidates that can help LA sustain a championship run 📲

Injury Report: OKC Thunder List Six Players for Bout with GrizzliesAmid a two-game win-streak, the Thunder are set to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies in their first NBA Cup matchup of the season. With multiple starters d

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New NBA Power Rankings 🔢Where the Pelicans stand as one of the better teams in the league 📲

Trendon Watford Is Giving Pelicans No Other Choice With His Recent PlayThe first eight games for the New Orleans Pelicans have been a roller coaster ride to start the year. New Orleans started 0-4, looking like the 26-win team from

How Isaiah Stewart and Scotty Pippen Jr. injuries change Memphis Grizzlies rotationMemphis Grizzlies big man Isaiah Stewart and point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. are both expected to miss games with injuries. Stewart left Wednesday's game against

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Stewart Talks LeBron Fight 👊Grizzlies big man has 'no regrets' about viral 2021 scuffle 🎥

Why Jazz Decided to Play Lauri Markkanen at Center vs. PelicansCould the Utah Jazz continue to lean on Lauri Markkanen at center moving forward?

Utah Jazz's Biggest Winners and Losers From OT Loss to PelicansWho were the Utah Jazz's biggest winners and losers of note in their latest overtime loss?

5 Stats From Pelicans' Win vs. Jazz That Are Part of a Larger TrendThe New Orleans Pelicans have erased their 0-4 start. The concerns that accompanied haven't disappeared quite as quickly. Wednesday's 120-113 overtime win over

The inexperience of the Memphis Grizzlies is showingAfter a red-hot 6-0 start to the NBA season in which they were the talk of the league, the Memphis Grizzlies have snapped back to reality. A team that was led b

Keyonte George Takes Blame for Jazz's Late-Game Execution vs. PelicansThe Utah Jazz are now 1-7 after their first eight games of the new season. Here's what Keyonte George had to say about their latest loss.

Jazz's Will Hardy Points to Key Reason for OT Struggles vs. PelicansThe Utah Jazz now fall to six straight losses after their latest overtime defeat vs. the New Orleans Pelicans.

Pelicans’ Latest Win Sends a Clear Message About Jordan Poole’s FutureThe New Orleans Pelicans are back to .500 for the first time in about two years after a thrilling 120-113 overtime victory over the Utah Jazz. New Orleans exorc

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Grading Every NBA Team's Starting Lineup 🔠How New Orleans' main five has performed so far this season ➡️

Zion Williamson Is Giving the Pelicans Another Reason to BelieveThe New Orleans Pelicans have spent seven years waiting for Zion Williamson to become the player they believed could transform their franchise. They've seen eno

Keyonte George Drops 39 in Loss 😭

Jazz star went off but ended the night with an L to the Pelicans

Grading Every Pelicans Player After Win vs. JazzFor the first time in two years, the New Orleans Pelicans have a .500 record. That alone makes Wednesday night's victory worth remembering. New Orleans managed

Grizzlies offense sputters, turnovers mount again in loss to PacersThe Memphis Grizzlies lost their second straight game against the Indiana Pacers 107-103 at FedExForum. Indiana's defense, specifically heavy ball pressure, for

Siakam and the Pacers take down the GrizzliesSeveral starters were back in action for the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Ivica Zubac returned to the starting lineup after missing the last five games wi

Pacers Hand Grizzlies Another L 😈

Andrew Nembhard drops 22 for Indy

Siakam, Zubac & Oubre's status for Pacers-Grizzlies: Injuries, Odds & How to Watch Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 8:00 p.m. EST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: CBS4 Indianapolis, DAZN (Indiana), DAZN, WATN ABC24 (Memphis)

Pippen Jr. & Post's status for Grizzlies-Pacers: Injuries, Odds, How to Watch & StartersGame date, time and location: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7:00 p.m. CST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: DAZN, WATN ABC24 (Memphis), CBS4 Indianapolis, DAZN (Indiana)

Is Micah Peavy Already OKC Thunder's Best Two-Way Player?One of Oklahoma City's recent signees gave the team solid minutes in a recent victory.

Things That Can Derail the Grizzlies' Fast StartThere is a lot to like about the Memphis Grizzlies' first two weeks of the 2026-27 NBA season. They're 6-1. They're third in the NBA in offensive rating. They'r

Could Ivica Zubac Return for Pacers-Grizzlies?The Indiana Pacers are ready to embark on a three-game road trip and are currently on a 5-game losing streak. Tonight, they face the team off to the hottest st

Jazz Injury Report vs. Pelicans: Utah Could Lose Another Big ManThe Utah Jazz's big man depth continues to look a little shorthanded against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Pelicans' Best Move Once Dejounte Murray Returns Is Now ClearThree games, three wins, and a decision the Pelicans should no longer put off. With Dejounte Murray unavailable, Jeremiah Fears has taken control of the offense

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Ranking Every NBA Team's Top Trade Assets 💪What the Grizzlies can best offer in a move ➡️

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Every NBA Team's Biggest Problem Right Now 😠Breaking down Memphis' most detrimental flaw 📲

Pelicans' Potential Weakness at Center Is Turning Into a StrengthCenter became an unexpected source of offense for the Pelicans on Monday. Karlo Matkovic stretched Memphis with five three-pointers, while Derik Queen contribut

OKC Not Likely for Pels Forwards

Insider Jake Fischer doesn't anticipate a Herb Jones, Trey Murphy move for Thunder

New 2027 NBA Mock Draft 🔮Full 2-round projections with CBB season underway 📲

3 Things We Learned About the Pelicans on Monday NightThe New Orleans Pelicans survived a furious Memphis Grizzlies comeback on Monday night to win their third straight game. New Orleans’ 135-134 overtime victory c

Grading Every Pelicans Player After Win vs. GrizzliesJeremiah Fears missed all six of his three-point attempts Monday night. With the Pelicans trailing by one and 7.3 seconds remaining, though, he made both free t

Ty Jerome's superhero effort late not enough as Grizzlies lose for the first time in 2026-27The Memphis Grizzlies' undefeated start to the season is over after losing to the New Orleans Pelicans 135-134 in overtime. Ty Jerome caught fire to rally the G

Pels Hand Grizzlies First L 😈

Ty Jerome's insane 40-piece spoiled by Zion & co.

Jerome Ties It Late in OT 🥶

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Jerome Floater Ties It 🥶

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No Point Guard, No Problem: Cam Spencer Continues to Step UpCam Spencer helped the Grizzlies push their hot start to 6-0, getting his first start of the season in Saturday’s 136-105 win over the Kings with Ty Jerome and

Zion Gets Blocked at Rim 😳

Isaiah Stewart hit him with the Mutombo finger wag

Pippen & Post's status for Grizzlies-Pelicans: Injuries, Odds, How to Watch & StartersGame date, time and location: Monday, Nov. 2, 7:00 p.m. CST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: DAZN (Memphis), Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (New O

What the Grizzlies' unbeaten start has told us about their seasonOnly one team in the NBA hasn't lost a game yet, and that's the new-look Memphis Grizzlies led by rookie Cam Spencer and guard Ty Jerome. Their schedule has bee

Pelicans' Stealing Success Gives Jamahl Mosley a Versatile Blueprint Moving ForwardThe Pelicans used 15 steals to beat the Hawks, showing how Jamahl Mosley can build a defense that drives success across the roster.

Tuomas Iisalo's ideal vision showing with healthy roster, empowered Isaiah Stewart and Cam SpencerTuomas Iisalo took plenty of criticism during his first full season as head coach of the Memphis Grizzlies. The critiques were mainly because of Iisalo's contro

Hawks Rookie SuspendedKingston Flemings to miss one game for intentional elbow to the head of Pelicans' Bryce McGowens

One Clear Positive and Negative From Pelicans' Win vs HawksSaturday's victory over the Hawks illuminated some positives and negatives for the Pelicans moving forward.

The Grizzlies Are NBA’s Last Remaining Unbeaten Team. What’s Clicking and Are They for Real?The Grizzlies are now 6–0 and the NBA’s last remaining unbeaten team. Is Memphis officially for real?

Pelicans Player Grades: Fears, Bey Lead New Orleans Past Hawks for Second Straight WinThe New Orleans Pelicans are starting to give themselves something they didn't have during their four-game losing streak: lineups that actually make sense toget

The Grizzlies May Not Be Done Winning Anytime SoonFew saw this coming, but maybe they should have. Nearly all of the projections of the Memphis Grizzlies, whether for fun or profit, had them winning fewer than

Trade Idea to Get Suns Real PG 💡Cooking up a deal to send Dejounte Murray to Phoenix

Biggest Winners/Losers From Atlanta Hawks Blowout Loss to The PelicansIt was a humbling night for the Atlanta Hawks in New Orleans. The Hawks had another terrible start to a game and could never make a serious run at winning the

Kings-Grizzlies Highlights

10/31/2026

Acuff Drops 38 on 9 3PM 😱

But the Kings lose again and Memphis improves to 6-0 for first time since 2014

Four Biggest Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks Halloween Loss to the New Orleans PelicansThe Atlanta Hawks did not come to play tonight and it was obvious from tip-off. Throughout the game, the Pelicans clearly had more energy than the Hawks, which

Hawks-Pelicans Highlights

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Murphy Finishes the Break 🤩

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Three Bold Predictions For Tonight's Hawks-Pelicans MatchupCan the Atlanta Hawks make it two in a row? Atlanta heads to New Orleans tonight looking for its second straight win to kick off its three-game road trip that

New Orleans Pelicans-Atlanta Hawks Preview: Injuries, Odds, How to Watch & StartersThe Atlanta Hawks didn't exactly put forth their best performance against the Cavaliers, but they matched each punch that the Cavaliers threw when crunch time c

Intent is Igniting the Second Year Leap for Cedric CowardAs the Grizzlies continue be the biggest suprise in the NBA so far this season, the amount of positive developments and storylines continue to grow. One of the

Three Biggest Storylines to Watch in Tonights Hawks-Pelicans ShowdownAfter defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers at home on Thursday night, the Atlanta Hawks are heading back out on the road to start a brief three-game road trip. Fir

1 Trade Haunting Every Team 😱Deals still keeping every NBA squad up at night in 2026 ➡️

Can the Grizzlies' Bigs Stay Healthy This Year?Five games in, and Memphis’ three big men have all already missed time, and none of them are strangers to injuries.

Ja Out at Least 4 WeeksBlazers star suffered Grade 2 hamstring strain in first game vs. Grizzlies

Ranking 10 Most Likely 1st-Time Champions 🏆Looking at which teams are most likely to follow the Brewers' path to glory ➡️

Grizzlies Rebuild Off to WILD Start 🔥

Nobody saw this coming...except them

3 Biggest Takeaways From Blazers First Loss of the Season Against GrizzliesThe Portland Trail Blazers hopes of an 82-0 season have been spoiled by Boozer and the Memphis Grizzlies.

Thunder Linked to Pels PlayersExecs think OKC could target Trey Murphy III, Herb Jones (ESPN)

Darius Acuff Jr. Joins LeBron James, Luka Doncic With Historic Game vs. PelicansThe Sacramento Kings star rookie put together a historic performance.

New NBA Power Rankings 🔢Where the Pelicans stand in the league 📲

Bold Trade Ideas for the Thunder 💡Who the Pelicans can move in a possible deal with OKC ➡️

Acuff Drops 34 & 14 in Loss 😱

Pelicans win the matchup of 0-4 teams despite Kings rookie's season-high stat line

Deni Avdija's 24 Points Not Enough, Blazers Fall to GrizzliesPORTLAND — An underwhelming night for the Portland Trail Blazers was due after their hot 3-0 start, and it was delivered against the Memphis Grizzlies, losing 1

Pelicans Grades: Fears and Jones Led New Orleans to First WinThe Pelicans needed a win. Sacramento gave them an opportunity, and they finally took advantage. New Orleans' 132-120 victory Thursday featured Jeremiah Fears d

Grizzlies-Trail Blazers Highlights

10/29/2026

Ja Injured in Revenge GameBlazers star was ruled out in the 4th quarter vs. Grizzlies due to hamstring injury

Grizzlies Off to 5-0 Start 🐻

Cam Boozer records first NBA triple-double. Houston and Memphis are now the only unbeaten teams

Ja Trolling Grizzlies 👀

Morant lets fans know Cedric Coward can't guard him

Kings-Pelicans Highlights

10/29/2026

5 Burning Questions Ahead of Grizzlies vs. BlazersThe Portland Trail Blazers are putting their perfect record on the line once again as they take on the Memphis Grizzlies at the Moda Center.

Ja Morant needed to leave the Memphis GrizzliesTonight, the Memphis Grizzlies see the former face of their franchise in a different uniform playing against them for the first time. Ja Morant is now a member

Blazers' Morant awaits Grizzlies in showdown between NBA unbeatens: Preview, Starters, Injuries, How to WatchGame date, time and location: Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:10 p.m. ET, Moda Center, Portland, Oregon TV: DAZN (Memphis), Rip City Television Network (Portland), Radio

Ja Morant Faces Former Team: Grizzlies vs. Blazers PreviewPortland Trail Blazers point guard Ja Morant faces the Memphis Grizzlies for the first time since the blockbuster trade this offseason.

3 Losers, 2 Winners From Pelicans' Disappointing Nuggets RematchZion WIlliamson missed four shots all night. Trey Murphy barely took more than that. That contrast captured the frustration of the Pelicans' 104-91 loss to Denv

David Adelman Addresses Nuggets' Biggest Improvement in Win vs. PelicansThe Denver Nuggets' defense stepped up in their win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Grading Every Team After Wild 1st Week 🏀Assessing the Grizzlies following their opening stretch of games 📲

3 Biggest Mistakes Pelicans Made in Loss to Nuggets The New Orleans Pelicans remain winless on the season after a 104-91 loss to the Denver Nuggets at the Smoothie King Center. The loss marks the eighth straight

Pelicans' Backcourt Failures Leave New Orleans Winless Through Four GamesZion Williamson made seven of eight shots in the first half on Wednesday. He took six shots in the entire second half. Trey Murphy attempted seven all night. Wh

Jokic Records 21-13-10 vs. Pels 🃏

New Orleans falls to 0-4 after 2nd loss already to Denver this season

Nikola Jokic Reaches Historic Milestone in Nuggets Win vs. PelicansThe Denver Nuggets' superstar climbed up the all-time triple-double leaderboard.

Herb Jones Landing Spots 📍Trade ideas to help Pels deal their forward 📲

Ja Talks Playing Grizzlies 👀Former star has no bad blood...unless the feeling isn't mutual 📲

5 Factors That Could Help Pelicans Get 1st Win of Year vs. NuggetsThe New Orleans Pelicans have spent the first week of the season showing they can compete. Now they have to prove they can win. Three games, three losses, all d

Have the Pelicans Set Jamahl Mosley Up to Fail?Joe Dumars wanted the New Orleans Pelicans to be as defense-minded as his legendary "Bad Boys." That was a major reason he hired Jamahl Mosley. Their roster sug

1 Word To Describe Every Team's First Week 🏀How the Grizzlies have performed at the start of the season ➡️

New NBA Insider Scoops 👂

😬 Contenders in trouble 🔄 Trade market heating up already 📳 Jake Fischer was live

Early Trade Candidates to Monitor 🎯

Insider Jake Fischer lists out players who could be on the move sooner than later

Yves Missi's Injury Comes With a Silver Lining for Pelicans at CenterThe New Orleans Pelicans have three centers available to help cover Yves Missi's absence. The numbers suggest each can handle part of the assignment. Derik Quee

Grizzly Grades: Memphis Survive in Sacramento to Open 3-0 Memphis beat Sacramento 123-112 on Sunday to open the season 3-0 for the first time since 2017-18, just the third time it's happened in franchise history. They

The Memphis Grizzlies are as "real" as you want them to beThe Memphis Grizzlies are off to a 4-0 start to the NBA regular season. This is only the second time in franchise history Memphis has started a campaign undefea

Pelicans Have a Major Trap to Avoid as Herb Jones Trade Buzz Picks UpOklahoma City has an immediate need. The New Orleans Pelicans have a decision to make about a player they aren't using enough. That makes Herb Jones a logical n

Jazz Star Lauri Markkanen Leaves vs. Grizzlies With Apparent Hand InjuryA tough break for the Utah Jazz star.