- Matchup: Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
- Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
- Broadcast: Gulf Coast Sports
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The New Orleans Pelicans (4-8) are set to host the Memphis Grizzlies (7-4) at the Smoothie King Center this Friday.
In their previous game against the Denver Nuggets, the Grizzlies suffered a narrow defeat, ending with a score of 123-118. Memphis recorded a field goal percentage of 46.6% (41 out of 88) and successfully made 17 of 41 attempts from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they were impressive, hitting 19 out of 21 for an outstanding 90.5%. On the rebounding front, the Grizzlies gathered 41 rebounds, including 11 offensive boards. They also provided 27 assists while forcing their opponents to commit 6 turnovers and earning 2 steals. Defensively, Memphis allowed Denver to shoot 50.0% from the field, as the Nuggets made 49 of their 98 shots. The Nuggets achieved 34 assists and had 4 steals in the match. Furthermore, Denver fell short at the free-throw line, converting 11 of their 16 attempts (68.8%). From beyond the arc, they managed to sink 14 of 38 attempts. In terms of fouls, Memphis committed 21 fouls compared to the Nuggets’ 16.
Ty Jerome was a key player for the Grizzlies, achieving a shooting percentage of 50.0% from the field while distributing 5 assists. He played for 32 minutes, grabbed 2 rebounds, and scored 22 points on 9 of 18 shooting.
Entering this game, Memphis boasts a season record of 7-4, averaging 117.9 points per game (7th in the league) with a shooting percentage of 46.4%. The Grizzlies are making 38.9% of their three-point attempts (169 out of 435) and excel at the free-throw line with an 85.3% conversion rate. As a team, they average 47.6 rebounds per game and have accumulated 292 assists, placing them 15th in the league for assists. However, they average 16.4 turnovers and commit 23.8 fouls each game.
On the defensive side, Memphis forces opponents into 13.9 turnovers per game while committing 20.5 fouls. They rank 8th in the league for assists allowed, conceding 276 assists this season. The Grizzlies’ defense has given up a shooting percentage of 45.4% (450 of 991 shots) and allows 41.5 rebounds per game. Opponents are shooting 33.3% from three-point range against them, and Memphis ranks 12th in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 111.9 points.
Meanwhile, the Pelicans faced a heavy loss against the Brooklyn Nets, with a final score of 145-111. In terms of rebounding, New Orleans allowed Brooklyn to grab 42 total rebounds (11 offensive). The Pelicans shot 48.8% from three-point range, converting 20 of their 41 attempts. They also excelled at the free-throw line, converting 35 out of 42 attempts (83.3%). Brooklyn, on the other hand, had an impressive shooting performance, making 45 of 79 shots (57.0%). The Pelicans finished the game with 34 of 77 shooting from the field (44.2%), including 12 of 30 on three-point attempts (40.0%). Thanks to 25 fouls committed by the Nets, the Pelicans had plenty of opportunities at the charity stripe, attempting 38 free throws. New Orleans turned the ball over 16 times while achieving 10 steals, and recorded a total of 28 rebounds (19 defensive, 9 offensive).
Zion Williamson was a standout performer for New Orleans, registering 29 points in just 30 minutes of play, alongside 2 assists and 4 rebounds, shooting 8 for 14 (57.1%).
As of now, New Orleans holds a 4-8 win-loss record. The Pelicans are averaging 24.0 fouls per game, shooting 83.1% from the free-throw line. Their assist average stands at 24.3 (25th in the league) with 16.5 turnovers per game. New Orleans has accumulated 1,403 points this season (116.9 per game) and collects 41.2 rebounds on average. At the offensive end, the Pelicans are shooting 47.3%, which ranks 6th in the league.
Defensively, New Orleans ranks 29th in points allowed per game, surrendering an average of 124.3. They are forcing 16.2 turnovers per game but are allowing opponents to shoot 49.2% from the field (28th in the league). The Pelicans’ defense yields 35.2% from three-point attempts and opponents are converting 79.2% of their free-throw attempts. New Orleans allows 28.8 assists and 44.1 rebounds on average, ranking 28th and 17th in the league, respectively.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NBA clash against the spread?
Expert Pick: Go with Memphis
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