- Matchup: Denver Nuggets vs Memphis Grizzlies
- Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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This Sunday, the Memphis Grizzlies (18-24) will host the Denver Nuggets (30-15) at FedExForum.
The Nuggets recently secured a victory against the Wizards, winning 107-97. In that match, the Nuggets committed 17 personal fouls compared to the Wizards’ 10. Denver managed to hit 13 of 43 shots from three-point range, and the Wizards shot 83.3% from the charity stripe, converting 20 of 24 attempts. Washington recorded 42 rebounds (14 offensive, 28 defensive) and blocked 5 shots. Denver’s defense held the Wizards to a 38.1% shooting percentage (32 of 84). During the game, the Nuggets distributed 26 assists, forced 15 turnovers, and earned 10 steals. In total, Denver grabbed 46 rebounds, 11 of which were offensive. At the free throw line, they made 24 out of 26 attempts, achieving an impressive 92.3% success rate. The Nuggets concluded the game with a 44.6% field goal percentage (37 of 83) and made 9 out of 26 three-point attempts.
Peyton Watson played a pivotal role in the last matchup, scoring 35 points on 10 of 16 shooting while logging 40 minutes and grabbing 8 rebounds. He finished with an impressive 62.5% shooting efficiency and contributed 3 assists.
The Denver Nuggets enter this game with a solid 30-15 record this season. They average 121.1 points per game (2nd in the league) and hold a shooting accuracy of 49.8%. The Nuggets convert 39.7% of their three-point attempts (626 out of 1,576) and shoot 81.7% from the free throw line. As a team, they average 42.2 rebounds per game and have handed out 1,267 assists this season, ranking 8th in the league for assists. Turnovers average 12.7 per game, with the team committing 19.1 personal fouls on a nightly basis.
On the defensive side, the Nuggets force their opponents into 12.2 turnovers per game while committing 21.2 fouls. They currently rank 20th in the league for assists surrendered, allowing 1,209 throughout the season. Denver gives up a field goal percentage of 47.0% (1,918 of 4,083) and averages 43.1 rebounds surrendered per game. Opponents shoot 35.1% from beyond the arc, ranking them 19th in points per game allowed with 116.5.
In their previous game, the Grizzlies lost narrowly to the Hawks with a score of 124-122. Memphis allowed Atlanta to secure 42 rebounds (11 offensive). They shot 44.4% from three, making 20 out of 45, and finished the game with 18 of 24 from the charity stripe (75.0%). The Hawks shot 46.7% from the field (43 of 92), while the Grizzlies matched that somewhat, with a field goal percentage of 46.2% (43 of 93). Memphis made 12 of 35 three-point attempts for a success rate of 34.3%. The Grizzlies’ lineup went to the free-throw line 27 times, converting 24 for 88.9%. Atlanta recorded 11 fouls, contributing to 16 turnovers for Memphis and 6 steals overall. The Grizzlies totaled 43 boards, consisting of 30 defensive and 13 offensive rebounds.
Ja Morant was a key contributor for the Grizzlies, finishing the game with 23 points and 12 assists in 30 minutes. He shot 7 of 15 (46.7%) from the field and added 2 rebounds.
Currently, Memphis has a record of 18-24 for the season. Offensively, the Grizzlies are making 45.5% of their shots, ranking 27th in the NBA. They have scored a total of 4,841 points this season, averaging 115.3 points per game while securing 46.2 rebounds per contest. Their assist average stands at 29.0, placing them 5th in the league, but they also average 15.4 turnovers per game. Defensively, Memphis is committing 20.1 fouls per contest and holding an 79.8% free-throw percentage.
On defense, the Grizzlies rank 17th in points allowed per game at 116.2. They are forcing opponents into 14.7 turnovers per game and permit a field goal percentage of 46.2% (5th in the NBA). They give up 35.8% on three-point attempts (606 of 1,691) and allow teams to hit 78.6% of their free throw attempts. Memphis permits 29 assists and 44.8 total rebounds per game, ranking them 17th and 19th in the league respectively.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Memphis
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