The Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies game will be played on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 9:00 PM ET. The Suns currently sit 11th in the Western Conference with a 15-16 record. They are on a two-game losing streak, with their most recent defeat coming at the hands of the Golden State Warriors, 105-109.
Meanwhile, the Grizzlies have been outstanding, ranking second in the Western Conference with a 22-11 record. However, in their most recent game, they suffered a heavy 106-130 loss, falling to the number one team in the West, the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Suns and Grizzlies have faced off 105 times in the regular season, with the Suns holding a 62-43 advantage.
Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Prediction
The Suns are averaging 112.2 points per game this season (15th in the NBA) but are allowing 113.9 points per contest (17th). They rank 24th in rebounds per game (42.8) and give up 43.8 rebounds, placing 12th in the league. Phoenix excels in three-point shooting, ranking 5th with a 37.8% accuracy and 8th with 14.5 three-pointers made per game.
The Grizzlies lead the league in scoring, averaging 123.4 points per game, and rank 19th in points allowed (114.2). Memphis dominates the boards, securing 48.5 rebounds per game, the second-highest in the NBA. They also rank 11th in three-pointers made (14.2) and 13th in shooting percentage (36.9%) from beyond the arc.
Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Phoenix Suns
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- PG Tyus Jones
- SG Ryan Dunn
- SF Bradley Beal
- PF Kevin Durant
- C Mason Plumlee
Memphis Grizzlies
- PG Scotty Pippen Jr.
- SG Desmond Bane
- SF Jaylen Wells
- PF Jaren Jackson Jr.
- C Jay Huff
Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Injuries Update
The Suns have a few injury issues right now. Royce O’Neale is day-to-day with an ankle problem, while Devin Booker is also day-to-day because of a groin issue. Bol Bol is struggling with a knee injury, and Grayson Allen is in concussion protocol. On top of all that, Jusuf Nurkic will be out for the next three games after getting suspended for his part in the altercation during Friday’s loss to the Mavericks.
The Grizzlies aren’t looking much better in terms of injuries. Zach Edey is out with a concussion, and Marcus Smart is sidelined with a finger injury. Brandon Clarke and Santi Aldama are both out with knee and ankle injuries, and Vince Williams Jr. is also dealing with an ankle issue. To make things worse, Ja Morant is out with an AC joint injury, and GG Jackson II is recovering from a foot injury.
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