The Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies game will be played on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET at Chase Center. The Warriors are currently 17-16 and ranked 10th in the Western Conference. Their recent performances have been inconsistent, with only four wins in their last 10 games. However, in their most recent outing, they secured a 139-105 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Meanwhile, the Grizzlies have been performing well, holding a 23-11 record and sitting in second place in the West. They recently defeated the Phoenix Suns 117-112 in a close contest. The two teams have already faced off twice this season. The Warriors won the first game 123-118 on November 15, but the Grizzlies dominated the second encounter with a 144-93 victory on December 19. In their all-time regular-season meetings, the Warriors lead the series 56-52 out of 108 games.
Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Prediction
The Warriors are averaging 112.3 points per game this season, which places them 14th in the league. On defense, they allow 110.4 points per game, ranking 9th overall. While they struggle with rebounding, allowing 45.4 per game (fifth worst in the NBA), they make up for it by grabbing 47.2 boards per game, ranking third in the league. The Warriors are also strong from three-point range, making 15 threes per game, which is fifth in the NBA, and shooting 36.5% from beyond the arc, good for 15th in the league.
The Grizzlies are currently the highest-scoring team in the league, averaging 123.2 points per game. Defensively, they rank 19th, giving up 114.1 points per game. The Grizzlies are second in the NBA in rebounds, pulling down 48.6 per game, and they allow 43.9 boards, ranking 14th. Memphis also excels at shooting from long range, making 14.2 three-pointers per game at a 36.8% clip, ranking 11th and 12th in the league, respectively.
Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Golden State Warriors
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PG Stephen Curry
SG Dennis Schroder
SF Andrew Wiggins
PF Draymond Green
C Trayce Jackson-Davis
Memphis Grizzlies
PG Scotty Pippen Jr.
SG Desmond Bane
SF Jaylen Wells
PF Jaren Jackson Jr.
C Jay Huff
Golden State Warriors vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Injuries Update
Warriors’ Brandin Podziemski is questionable due to an abdominal injury, and Gary Payton is also questionable because of a calf injury.
On the other hand, the Grizzlies have a much longer list of injuries to deal with. Gregory Jackson, Vince Williams, Santi Aldama, Ja Morant, and Marcus Smart are all out for various injuries, including foot, ankle, and finger issues. Moreover, Zach Edey, Brandon Clarke, Yuki Kawamura, and Jake LaRavia are listed as questionable with concussion, knee, shoulder, and ankle injuries.
