- Matchup: Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies
- Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Atlanta Hawks (20-25) are heading to FedExForum this Wednesday to take on the Memphis Grizzlies (18-23).
In their previous game, the Hawks faced off against the Bucks, narrowly losing 112-110. Atlanta finished with a field goal percentage of 40.6%, making 39 of 96 shots and 12 out of 42 attempts from beyond the arc. From the foul line, they converted 20 of 24 attempts, equating to an impressive 83.3% success rate. On the boards, they totaled 45 rebounds, with 15 coming from the offensive end. Atlanta also recorded 27 assists while forcing 16 turnovers and executing 7 steals. Defensively, the Hawks allowed Milwaukee to shoot 49.4% (39 of 79) and Milwaukee’s performance included 20 assists and 12 steals, alongside grabbing 43 rebounds (12 offensive, 31 defensive) and recording 5 blocks. Milwaukee managed 72.0% shooting from the charity stripe, hitting 18 out of 25 attempts, and connected on 16 of 36 three-point attempts. Overall, the Hawks committed 22 fouls, while the Bucks had 16.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker made a significant impact in this matchup, shooting 45.0% from the field with 6 assists. He played 39 minutes, gathering 6 rebounds and scoring 32 points on 9 of 20 shooting.
The Hawks arrive at this game with a 20-25 record this season, averaging 117.5 points per game (9th in the league) while shooting 47.4% overall. Atlanta hits a solid 36.6% from the three-point line (649 of 1,771) and converts 77.6% of their free throw attempts. Collectively, the Hawks are pulling down 42.0 rebounds per game, with a total of 1,394 assists, leading the NBA in assist distribution. They average 14.6 turnovers and commit approximately 20.1 fouls per game.
On the defensive end, the Hawks are forcing 16.0 turnovers per game and drawing 18.6 personal fouls on average. Unfortunately, they rank 28th in allowing assists, with 1,245 given up this season. Atlanta allows an opponent shooting percentage of 47.8% (1,936 of 4,051) and gives up 46.5 rebounds per game. Opponents hit 35.8% of their three-point attempts, and the Hawks currently stand 25th in points allowed per game (119.0).
In their last outing, the Grizzlies secured a win over the Magic, 126-109. Memphis gathered a total of 31 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive boards, making 38 overall. They turned the ball over 11 times, securing 4 steals during the contest. The Magic committed 18 personal fouls, leading to 25 free throw attempts for the Grizzlies, of which they made 17, resulting in a shooting percentage of 68.0%. Memphis achieved 52.7% shooting overall, hitting 48 out of 91 attempts and allowed the Magic to make 42 of 95 attempts (44.2%). They finished 30.3% from beyond the arc (10 of 33) and shot 93.8% from the charity stripe (15 of 16). In terms of team rebounding, Memphis allowed Orlando to collect 44 boards, with 10 being offensive rebounds.
Ja Morant was instrumental in this game, contributing 24 points in just 28 minutes, along with 13 assists. He shot 7 of 13 from the field for an impressive 53.8% shooting percentage and added 5 rebounds.
Currently, the Grizzlies hold an 18-23 record this season. They average 20.0 personal fouls per game and are hitting 79.6% from the free throw line. On average, they dish out 29.0 assists per game (ranking 5th in the league) while committing 15.3 turnovers per game. Memphis has scored 4,719 points this season (115.1 points per game) while securing 46.3 rebounds per contest. Their offensive shooting stands at 45.5%, placing them 26th in the league.
Defensively, the Grizzlies rank 16th in allowing points per game (116.0) and force an average of 14.7 turnovers. Opponents are hitting 46.2% of their shots against them (ranking 7th in the NBA) and shooting 35.6% from three-point range. Their opponents also convert 78.7% of free throw attempts. Additionally, Memphis allows an average of 26.7 assists and 44.9 rebounds per game, ranking 15th and 19th, respectively, in the NBA.
What’s the parlay prediction for tonight’s matchup?
Recommendation: Back Memphis and the under on total points
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