- Matchup: New Orleans Pelicans vs Memphis Grizzlies
- Date: Monday, November 2, 2026
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
- Broadcast: DAZN
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The Memphis Grizzlies, undefeated at 6-0, will challenge the New Orleans Pelicans, currently at 2-4, at the FedExForum this Monday night.
In their last outing, the Pelicans faced off against the Hawks and secured a victory with a score of 121-99. New Orleans posted an impressive shooting percentage of 56.6%, connecting on 43 of 76 attempts, including 7 of 17 from beyond the arc. The team was also effective at the free-throw line, converting 28 of their 35 attempts for an 80.0% success rate. On the boards, the Pelicans grabbed a total of 49 rebounds, 10 of which were offensive. Moreover, they recorded 27 assists, forced 19 turnovers, and claimed 15 steals during the game. Defensively, New Orleans limited Atlanta to a field goal percentage of 38.5%, allowing them to score on just 35 of 91 attempts. Atlanta managed to dish out 20 assists and recorded 11 steals while securing 36 rebounds (14 offensive, 22 defensive) along with 4 blocks. The Hawks shot 91.3% from the free-throw line, hitting 21 of 23 shots, but struggled with 3-pointers, making only 8 of 46 attempts. Both teams committed 21 personal fouls in total.
Notable in the matchup was Saddiq Bey, who contributed significantly with 25 points on 9 of 13 shooting. He played for 26 minutes and pulled down 6 rebounds, finishing with a floor percentage of 69.2% along with 1 assist.
The Pelicans enter this matchup with a record of 2-4, averaging 119.7 points per game, ranking them 7th in the league, with a field goal percentage of 50.0%. They are shooting 31.2% from three-point range (53 of 170) and 80.3% from the free-throw line. As a team, New Orleans averages 44.0 rebounds per game and has recorded 153 assists this season, placing them 16th in the league. However, they are also turning the ball over 18.7 times per game while committing 22.8 personal fouls.
On the defensive front, the Pelicans force an average of 17.5 turnovers per game and commit 22.8 personal fouls. They rank 21st in the league in assists allowed, having given up 167 to their opponents this season. Their defense is surrendering a shooting percentage of 47.7% (254 of 532) while allowing 42.3 rebounds per game. Opponents are hitting 30.5% of their three-point attempts, and New Orleans ranks 21st in points per game allowed, with an average of 117.8.
The Grizzlies last played the Kings, clinching a commanding 136-105 victory. They secured 39 defensive rebounds and 6 offensive boards for a total of 45. While they lost possession 17 times, they recorded 5 steals. Sacramento committed 24 personal fouls, giving Memphis 27 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 23 for an 85.2% success rate. From beyond the arc, Memphis shot 50.0%, making 19 of 38 attempts. They capped off the game shooting 47 for 85 from the field, a percentage of 55.3%. On the defensive end, the Grizzlies permitted the Kings to shoot 35 of 86 attempts, translating to 40.7%, while allowing 28.9% shooting from three-point land, hitting 11 of 38, and finishing 24 of 29 at the free-throw line (82.8%). Focusing on rebounding, Memphis allowed Sacramento to collect 33 boards overall (7 offensive).
Cameron Boozer was a standout for the Grizzlies, achieving 27 points in just 26 minutes of play while also recording 3 assists. He shot 8 of 14, resulting in a field goal percentage of 57.1%, and secured 9 rebounds.
With a flawless record of 6-0, the Grizzlies are currently shooting 47.1% from the floor, ranking 11th in the league. They have accumulated a total of 727 points this season, averaging 121.2 per game, along with 49.5 rebounds per contest. Their assists average stands at 27.0 per game (ranking 11th) while committing 16.0 turnovers and 26.0 personal fouls per game. At the free-throw line, they are hitting 84.8% of their attempts.
Defensively, the Grizzlies hold opponents to a 30.1% success rate on three-pointers (68 of 226) and allow a free-throw percentage of 74.4%. They concede 23.5 assists and 41.7 rebounds on average, ranking 5th for both metrics in the league. Memphis is ranked 3rd in points allowed per game, with an average of 106.0. They force 16.2 turnovers per game and limit opposing teams to a shooting percentage of 42.8% (3rd in the league).
Which team will emerge victorious against the spread in tonight’s matchup?
Prediction: Back New Orleans
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