| MATCHUP | Memphis Grizzlies | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-18 | 20-11 |
| Spread | +3.5 -105 | -3.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | +145 | -175 |
| Total | Over 240.5 (-108) | Under 240.5 (-112) |
| Where | crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA | |
| When | Friday, January 2, 2026 | |
| Time | 10:30 PM EST | |
| TV | Spectrum Sports Net | |
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Wizards and 76ers, and they play the Lakers next. The Grizzlies have won 11 of their last 18 games.
The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 115.9 points on 45.7 percent shooting and allowing 116.6 points on 46.4 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 18.5 points and 5.5 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 17.9 points and 7.6 assists. Santi Aldama is the third double-digit scorer, and Zach Edey is grabbing 11.1 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc and 80 percent from the free-throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.2 rebounds per game.
LA Lakers Betting Preview
The LA Lakers lost to the Pistons, beat the Kings, and they play the Grizzlies next. The Lakers have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
The LA Lakers are averaging 116.9 points on 49.9 percent shooting and allowing 117.3 points on 49 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 33.5 points and 8.2 rebounds, while Austin Reaves is averaging 26.6 points and 5.2 rebounds. LeBron James is the third double-digit scorer, and Deandre Ayton is grabbing 8.6 rebounds. The LA Lakers are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Lakers are allowing 38.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Los Angeles Lakers will win
- The Grizzlies have lost each of their last nine games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have won each of their last seven night games against Southwest Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight night games following a home loss.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Grizzlies have won each of their last five games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Lakers have lost four of their last five home games.
- The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last six night games against the Lakers following a home loss.
- The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four home games against Southwest Division opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Eight of the Grizzlies’ last nine games as road underdogs have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Seven of the Lakers’ last eight games against the Grizzlies following a home loss have gone OVER the total points line.
Los Angeles Lakers Player Facts
- Marcus Smart is one of only five players in the league to have recorded 7+ steals in a game this season.
- LeBron James is one of only 13 players in the league to have recorded 10+ assists without a turnover in a game this season.
Memphis Grizzlies Player Facts
- Cam Spencer ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for 3P% (48.5%) this season.
- Santi Aldama is one of only two players to have scored 35+ points off the bench in a game this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Eight different Lakers players have scored 25+ points in a game this season – equal-most in the league.
- The Lakers rank 2nd in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (40.2).
- The Grizzlies rank 3rd in the league for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (22.1).
- The Grizzlies rank 4th in the league for rebounds per game this season (46.2).
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
The Lakers will be without Gabe Vincent, Adou Thiero, Rui Hachimura, and Austin Reaves. Jarred Vanderbilt is questionable.
The Grizzlies will be without Scotty Pippen Jr., Ty Jerome, Zach Edey, John Konchar, Vince Williams Jr., and Brandon Clarke. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jaylen Wells are questionable.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
The Lakers have won 8 of the last 10 games against the Grizzlies, and they’re at home, so I guess they should be favored. However, I’m not laying points with the Lakers in their current form. The Lakers are losing games, have covered just 3 of their last 10 games, and they have scoring issues without Reaves and Hachimura.
The Lakers have scored 108 or fewer points in 4 of their last 5 games. In two of those games, the Lakers didn’t top 100 points. It’s just not good enough. The Grizzlies injury report remains ridiculous, but they continue to grind and find ways to win. I’ll grab the points.