- Matchup: Memphis Grizzlies vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Venue: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
- Broadcast: NBA TV
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On Saturday, Rocket Arena will host an exciting matchup as the Cleveland Cavaliers (8-4) face off against the Memphis Grizzlies (4-9).
In their most recent game, the Grizzlies faced the Celtics and suffered a heavy defeat, losing 131-95. Memphis racked up 18 personal fouls while Boston committed 20. The Grizzlies made 21 of 51 attempts from beyond the arc, whereas Boston hit 10 of 12 free throws, achieving an 83.3% success rate. On the boards, Boston outperformed Memphis with a total of 58 rebounds (18 offensive, 40 defensive) and had 4 blocks. The Celtics also dished out 34 assists and recorded 4 steals. Defensively, Memphis allowed a shooting percentage of 50.5%, with Boston converting 50 of 99 shots. Memphis had 25 assists but also gave up 11 turnovers and made 8 steals. They collected 41 rebounds, including 15 offensive, and shot 80.8% from the free-throw line, converting 21 of 26 shots. Overall, the Grizzlies finished the game with a field goal percentage of 33.7%, hitting 32 out of 95 attempts and only 10 of 43 from three-point range.
Jaren Jackson Jr. was instrumental in this matchup, shooting 46.7% from the field without any assists by the end of the game. He logged 23 minutes, grabbed 2 rebounds, and scored 18 points on 7 of 15 shooting.
Entering this contest, Memphis holds a record of 4-9 for the season. They are averaging 14.8 turnovers per game and committing about 21.1 fouls per encounter. The Grizzlies maintain a rebounding average of 43.5 per game and have accumulated 363 assists this season, ranking second in the league for passing efficiency. Their three-point shooting stands at 33.2%, having made 172 of 518 attempts, along with an 83.2% free-throw success rate. Memphis is averaging 112.8 points per game, placing them 25th in the NBA, while shooting 43.5% overall.
On the defensive end, the Grizzlies force 14.8 turnovers per game and commit 21.5 personal fouls. They allow 36.6% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 24th in points per game allowed, giving up an average of 120.7. Opponents are shooting 48.5% from the field against them, while Memphis gives up around 46.9 rebounds per game and ranks last (30th) in assists allowed, with a total of 361 for the season.
In their last outing, the Cavaliers secured a victory over the Heat, finishing 130-116. Cleveland grabbed 34 defensive rebounds and 15 offensive boards, totaling 49 for the game. They had 13 turnovers but were able to achieve 13 steals. Miami accrued 29 fouls, providing the Cavaliers with 31 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 26 for a rate of 83.9%. From three-point range, Cleveland shot 29.8%, making 14 out of 47 attempts. At the end of the game, the Cavaliers finished with a shooting percentage of 43.3%, converting 45 of 104 attempts from the field. They allowed the Heat to shoot 47.9% from the field, with Miami making 45 of 94 attempts and shooting 40.5% from three-point range by hitting 15 of 37 shots. Cleveland permitted Miami to grab a total of 44 rebounds, with 9 coming from the offensive side.
Jarrett Allen had a standout performance for the Cavaliers, scoring 30 points in 27 minutes, while also registering 2 assists. He made 12 of 20 shots, achieving an impressive 60.0% shooting percentage, and secured 10 rebounds in the process.
So far this season, the Cavaliers hold an 8-4 record. They commit an average of 22.5 fouls per game and convert 76.9% of their free-throw attempts. Cleveland provides 28.1 assists per game, ranking 8th in the NBA, while averaging 14.3 turnovers. They have scored a total of 1,475 points this season, averaging 122.9 points per game, alongside 43.9 rebounds per contest. Offensively, the Cavaliers are shooting 45.3% from the field, putting them at 23rd in the league.
Defensively, Cleveland stands 19th in the league in points allowed per game, at 117.6. They force their opponents into 18.1 turnovers each game and allow a field goal percentage of 46.6% (12th in the NBA). Opponents are shooting 37.6% from beyond the arc and converting 79.9% of their free-throw attempts. The Cavaliers allow 27.3 assists and grab a total of 46.2 rebounds per game, ranking 20th and 23rd in the league, respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NBA contest?
Prediction: Back Cleveland
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