- Matchup: New Orleans Pelicans vs Memphis Grizzlies
- Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Memphis Grizzlies (18-23) are set to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans (10-35) at the FedExForum this Friday.
In their previous matchup, the Pelicans encountered a defeat against the Rockets, concluding the game at 119-110. New Orleans recorded a field goal percentage of 50.0% (44 of 88) while sinking 10 of 26 attempts from long range. The Pelicans also showcased their free-throw shooting by converting 12 of 15 for an 80.0% success rate. On the boards, they pulled down 48 rebounds, including 9 offensive, and provided 25 assists throughout the game, while forcing their opponent into 10 turnovers and securing 6 steals. Defensively, New Orleans allowed a shooting percentage of 50.0% (45 of 90) from the Rockets, who had 30 assists and achieved 7 steals during the contest. Houston collected 43 total rebounds (10 offensive, 33 defensive) and posted 6 blocks. From the charity stripe, Houston shot 72.7%, making 16 of 22 attempts, and converted 13 of their 36 three-point attempts. Both teams finished with 15 personal fouls.
Trey Murphy III played a pivotal role in the game, scoring 21 points on 7 of 15 shooting. He logged 35 minutes on the court and secured 3 rebounds, achieving a field goal percentage of 46.7% along with 4 assists.
The Pelicans approach this contest with a season record of 10-35, averaging 14.6 turnovers per game while committing 20.0 fouls per outing. They average 43.3 rebounds per game and have accumulated 1,117 assists so far this season, ranking them 16th in the league. New Orleans is shooting 34.3% on three-pointers (487 of 1,418) and 78.3% from the free throw line. They score an average of 114.9 points per game (21st in the NBA) at a shooting rate of 46.5%.
Defensively, the Pelicans force 14.7 turnovers per game and draw 20.7 fouls, ranking 29th in assists allowed to opponents with 1,300 for the year. The Pelicans’ defense concedes a shooting percentage of 48.7% (2,002 of 4,114) along with 45.2 rebounds per game. They allow 36.0% from beyond the arc and rank 28th in the NBA for points allowed per game (122.2).
In their last outing, the Grizzlies recorded a victory over the Magic, ending the game at a score of 126-109. Memphis allowed Orlando to collect a total of 44 rebounds (10 offensive). The Grizzlies connected on 30.3% of their three-point attempts, sinking 10 of 33, and performed exceptionally at the free-throw line by making 15 of 16 attempts (93.8%). Defensively, they held Orlando to a shooting percentage of 44.2% (42 of 95). Overall, Memphis went 48 for 91 from the field, achieving a shooting percentage of 52.7%. Their three-point shooting reached 37.1%, making 13 out of 35 attempts, and they capitalized on 68.0% from the free throw line, resulting from the Magic’s 18 fouls. The Grizzlies recorded 11 turnovers and notched 4 steals, gathering 31 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive boards for a total of 38 in the game.
Ja Morant made a significant contribution for the Grizzlies with 24 points in 28 minutes, along with 13 assists. He shot 7 of 13, reflecting a field goal percentage of 53.8%, and added 5 rebounds to his performance.
The Grizzlies currently hold a record of 18-23 this season. They commit an average of 20.0 fouls per game and shoot 79.6% from the free throw line. They assist their teammates 29.0 times per game (5th in the league) but surrender 15.3 turnovers per outing. Memphis has scored 4,719 points this season (115.1 per game) and averages 46.3 rebounds per game. As a shooting group, they maintain a shooting percentage of 45.5% from the floor, ranking 26th in the NBA.
Defensively, Memphis allows opponents to shoot 35.6% from three-point territory (586 of 1,646) and permits an average of 78.7% from the free throw line. They yield 26.7 assists and 44.9 rebounds per game, ranking 15th and 19th, respectively, in the league. Defensively, the Grizzlies rank 16th in points allowed per game with an average of 116.0. They force 14.7 turnovers per game and have allowed teams to shoot 46.2% from the field, ranking 6th in the NBA.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back New Orleans
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