| MATCHUP | Memphis Grizzlies | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-19 | 21-11 |
| Where | crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA | |
| When | Sunday, January 4, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:30 PM EST | |
| TV | Spectrum Sports Net | |
Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Lakers and 76ers, and they play the Spurs next. The Grizzlies have won 11 of their last 19 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 Grizzlies, and they play the Pelicans next. The Lakers have lost 4 of their last 6 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 10 games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have won each of their last eight night games against Southwest Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lakers have covered the spread in each of their last four games against the Grizzlies.
Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win
- The Lakers have lost three of their last four games as favorites against Western Conference opponents following a win.
- The Grizzlies have won four of their last seven games as road underdogs against the Lakers following a loss.
- The Lakers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as favorites following a win.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in three of the Grizzlies’ last four games at Crypto.com Arena.
Total Points Facts
- Eight of the Lakers’ last nine games as home favorites have gone OVER the total points line.
- Seven of the Grizzlies’ last eight games as underdogs following a road loss have gone UNDER 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.
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 (40.0).
- The Grizzlies rank 4th in the league for opponent free throws made per game this season (17.6).
- The Grizzlies rank 4th in the league for Q3 win percentage this season (58.8%).
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
The Grizzlies will be without Scotty Pippen Jr., Ty Jerome, Zach Edey, John Konchar, Vince Williams Jr., and Brandon Clarke. Santi Aldama and Ja Morant are questionable.
The Lakers will be without Gabe Vincent, Adou Thiero, Rui Hachimura, and Austin Reaves.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction
The Lakers just beat the Grizzlies on Friday and while the second meeting in a short span is usually more competitive, Memphis’ injury report remains ridiculous. There’s a chance Morant doesn’t play on top of everything else, so it makes the Grizzlies a tough sell. The Lakers are now 5-0 SU and 4-1 ATS in the last 5 games against the Grizzlies. Also, JJ Redick keeps showing frustration with his team publicly and that could have a positive impact on the guys, at least in the short term. These vets probably want to right the ship and make coach happy for once. I’ll lay the points with the Lakers.