NBA1/26/2026
Scheduled
TIME:8:00 PM UTC
CHANNEL:SCHN
VENUE:Toyota Center
LOCATION:Houston, TX
MEM logo
MEM
18-24.429
Away Team
3rd in Southwest DivisionLast5: W2L3
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26-16.619
HOU
HOU logo
Home Team
2nd in Southwest DivisionLast5: W3L2

AI Game Overview

Alright, sports fans, settle in! It's your favorite voice in the game, and we're about to dive headfirst into what promises to be a thrilling NBA regular season matchup. Mark your calendars for January 26th, 2026, because the Memphis Grizzlies are heading into the Lone Star State to face off against the Houston Rockets!

Now, looking at the landscape of this 2025-2026 season, both these squads have been carving out their own narratives. The Grizzlies, known for their grit and youthful exuberance, have been battling hard, proving they're a force to be reckoned with on any given night. They've shown flashes of brilliance, and you know they'll be bringing that signature intensity to Houston.

Meanwhile, the Rockets have been building something special. They've been navigating the ups and downs of the league, looking to establish their dominance on their home court. This game is a fantastic opportunity for them to make a statement and solidify their position as they push through the regular season grind.

As for the betting lines, well, they're keeping us all on the edge of our seats with a "null" across the board for the moneyline, point spread, and over/under. That tells us one thing: the oddsmakers are as intrigued as we are! This suggests a truly unpredictable contest, where either team could absolutely seize the momentum and run with it.

So, get ready for a clash of styles, a battle of wills, and a game that could swing either way. Will the Grizzlies' relentless energy prove too much for the Rockets? Or will Houston defend their home turf with a commanding performance? Tune in on January 26th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time to find out! This is one you won't want to miss!

AI Matchup Overview

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HOU

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Looking at the recent matchups between these two Western Southwest division rivals, the series has been tightly contested. In the last five games, the home team has won three times, with the away team securing two victories. The scoring has been consistently high, with all but one game exceeding 220 total points. The Houston team has shown a slight edge in scoring in their recent meetings, averaging 119.8 points per game compared to Memphis's 117.2 points per game. However, Memphis has managed to win two of the last three contests, indicating their ability to perform well on the road against Houston. Both teams are currently on a one-game losing streak, suggesting a desire to bounce back. The home team, Memphis, is currently second in their division with a 26-16 record, while the away team, Houston, sits third at 18-24. Memphis has a significant advantage in points scored versus points allowed, outscoring opponents by an average of 10.5 points per game, whereas Houston is outscored by an average of 2.3 points per game. This suggests Memphis has a stronger overall performance profile.

Previous Matchups

2026Nov 5
HOU124
@
109MEM
2025Jan 30
HOU119
@
120MEM
2025Jan 13
MEM118
@
120HOU
2025Jan 9
HOU119
@
115MEM
2025Oct 25
MEM108
@
128HOU

Injury Report

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Starters

Ja Morant
Ja MorantPG

Elbow injury

Out

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Player Statistics

MEM logoMEM

Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr.
PF • #8
Points
749
Field Goals Made
279
Three Pointers Made
67
Free Throws Made
124
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.9%
Santi Aldama
Santi Aldama
PF • #7
Points
573
Field Goals Made
217
Three Pointers Made
67
Free Throws Made
72
Effective Field Goals Percentage
55.1%
Cedric Coward
Cedric Coward
SG • #23
Points
548
Field Goals Made
198
Three Pointers Made
61
Free Throws Made
91
Effective Field Goals Percentage
54.5%
Jaylen Wells
Jaylen Wells
SF
Points
499
Field Goals Made
171
Three Pointers Made
72
Free Throws Made
85
Effective Field Goals Percentage
48.7%
Cam Spencer
Cam Spencer
SG • #24
Points
483
Field Goals Made
157
Three Pointers Made
93
Free Throws Made
76
Effective Field Goals Percentage
61.8%
Jock Landale
Jock Landale
C • #31
Points
452
Field Goals Made
175
Three Pointers Made
45
Free Throws Made
57
Effective Field Goals Percentage
58.9%
Ja Morant
Ja Morant
PG • #12
Points
389
Field Goals Made
132
Three Pointers Made
20
Free Throws Made
105
Effective Field Goals Percentage
44.1%
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
SG • #3
Points
340
Field Goals Made
117
Three Pointers Made
50
Free Throws Made
56
Effective Field Goals Percentage
49.8%
Vince Williams Jr.
Vince Williams Jr.
SG • #5
Points
212
Field Goals Made
73
Three Pointers Made
37
Free Throws Made
29
Effective Field Goals Percentage
43.8%
GG Jackson II
GG Jackson II
PF • #45
Points
150
Field Goals Made
55
Three Pointers Made
16
Free Throws Made
24
Effective Field Goals Percentage
52.1%

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Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant
PF • #7
Points
1045
Field Goals Made
368
Three Pointers Made
90
Free Throws Made
219
Effective Field Goals Percentage
57.7%
Amen Thompson
Amen Thompson
SG • #1
Points
776
Field Goals Made
300
Three Pointers Made
16
Free Throws Made
160
Effective Field Goals Percentage
52.8%
Alperen Sengün
Alperen Sengün
C • #28
Points
745
Field Goals Made
290
Three Pointers Made
23
Free Throws Made
142
Effective Field Goals Percentage
52.8%
Jabari Smith Jr.
Jabari Smith Jr.
PF • #10
Points
631
Field Goals Made
228
Three Pointers Made
91
Free Throws Made
84
Effective Field Goals Percentage
51.6%
Reed Sheppard
Reed Sheppard
PG • #15
Points
545
Field Goals Made
201
Three Pointers Made
108
Free Throws Made
35
Effective Field Goals Percentage
56.0%
Tari Eason
Tari Eason
SF • #17
Points
270
Field Goals Made
103
Three Pointers Made
48
Free Throws Made
16
Effective Field Goals Percentage
58.5%
Josh Okogie
Josh Okogie
SG • #20
Points
232
Field Goals Made
81
Three Pointers Made
39
Free Throws Made
31
Effective Field Goals Percentage
54.3%
Steven Adams
Steven Adams
C • #12
Points
187
Field Goals Made
70
Free Throws Made
47
Effective Field Goals Percentage
50.4%
Aaron Holiday
Aaron Holiday
PG
Points
179
Field Goals Made
58
Three Pointers Made
38
Free Throws Made
25
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.1%
Clint Capela
Clint Capela
C • #30
Points
130
Field Goals Made
58
Free Throws Made
14
Effective Field Goals Percentage
53.7%

Current Season Games

MEM logoMEM

Lvs ATL122 - 124
Wvs ORL126 - 109
L@ ORL111 - 118
Wvs BKN103 - 98
Lvs OKC116 - 117
Lvs PHO98 - 117
Wvs SA106 - 105
L@ LAL114 - 120
L@ LAL121 - 128
Lvs PHI136 - 139
L@ WAS112 - 116
Wvs MIL125 - 104
W@ UTA137 - 128
L@ OKC103 - 119
Lvs WAS122 - 130
W@ MIN116 - 110
W@ LAC121 - 103
Lvs UTA126 - 130
Wvs POR119 - 96
Wvs LAC107 - 98
L@ SA119 - 126
W@ SAC115 - 107
W@ LAC112 - 107
W@ NO133 - 128
Lvs DEN115 - 125
W@ DAL102 - 96
Wvs SAC137 - 96
L@ SA101 - 111
L@ CLE100 - 108
L@ BOS95 - 131
L@ NY120 - 133
Lvs OKC100 - 114
Wvs DAL118 - 104
Lvs HOU109 - 124
Lvs DET106 - 114
L@ TOR104 - 117
Lvs LAL112 - 117
W@ PHO114 - 113
L@ GS118 - 131
Wvs IND128 - 103
Lvs MIA114 - 146
Wvs NO128 - 122

HOU logoHOU

L@ PHI122 - 128
Wvs SA111 - 106
Wvs NO119 - 110
Wvs MIN110 - 105
Lvs OKC91 - 111
Wvs CHI119 - 113
L@ SAC98 - 111
L@ POR105 - 111
L@ POR102 - 103
Wvs PHO100 - 97
L@ DAL104 - 110
W@ BKN120 - 96
Wvs IND126 - 119
Wvs CLE117 - 100
W@ LAL119 - 96
L@ LAC108 - 128
L@ SAC124 - 125
W@ DEN115 - 101
L@ NO128 - 133
L@ DEN125 - 128
Wvs LAC115 - 113
L@ DAL109 - 122
Wvs PHO117 - 98
Wvs SAC121 - 95
L@ UTA125 - 133
W@ UTA129 - 101
W@ GS104 - 100
W@ PHO114 - 92
Lvs DEN109 - 112
W@ CLE114 - 104
Wvs ORL117 - 113
Wvs POR140 - 116
Wvs WAS135 - 112
W@ MIL122 - 115
L@ SA110 - 121
W@ MEM124 - 109
Wvs DAL110 - 102
W@ BOS128 - 101
W@ TOR139 - 121
Wvs BKN137 - 109
Lvs DET111 - 115
L@ OKC124 - 125

Previous Season Games

MEM logoMEM

Lvs OKC115 - 117
Lvs OKC108 - 114
L@ OKC99 - 118
L@ OKC80 - 131
Wvs DAL120 - 106
L@ GS116 - 121
Wvs DAL132 - 97
L@ DEN109 - 117
Lvs MIN125 - 141
W@ CHA124 - 100
W@ DET109 - 103
W@ MIA110 - 108
Lvs GS125 - 134
Lvs BOS103 - 117
Lvs LAL127 - 134
L@ OKC104 - 125
W@ UTA140 - 103
L@ LAC108 - 128
L@ POR99 - 115
L@ SAC122 - 132
Wvs MIA125 - 91
Lvs CLE124 - 133
Wvs UTA122 - 115
Wvs PHO120 - 118
W@ NO107 - 104
W@ DAL122 - 111
Lvs OKC103 - 120
Lvs ATL130 - 132
Lvs SA128 - 130
Lvs NY113 - 114
Wvs PHO151 - 148
L@ CLE123 - 129
W@ ORL105 - 104
L@ IND113 - 127
L@ LAC114 - 128
W@ PHO119 - 112
Lvs OKC112 - 125
W@ TOR138 - 107
Wvs SA128 - 109
W@ MIL132 - 119
Wvs HOU120 - 119
L@ NY106 - 143
Wvs UTA125 - 103
Wvs NO139 - 126
Wvs CHA132 - 120
Wvs MIN108 - 106
W@ SA140 - 112
W@ SA129 - 115
L@ HOU118 - 120
W@ MIN127 - 125
Lvs HOU115 - 119
Wvs DAL119 - 104
L@ GS113 - 121
L@ SAC133 - 138
W@ PHO117 - 112
L@ OKC106 - 130
W@ NO132 - 124
Wvs TOR155 - 126
Lvs LAC110 - 114
W@ ATL128 - 112
Wvs GS144 - 93
L@ LAL110 - 116
Wvs BKN135 - 119
W@ WAS140 - 112
W@ BOS127 - 121
Wvs SAC115 - 110
L@ DAL116 - 121
Wvs IND136 - 121
Wvs NO120 - 109
Wvs DET131 - 111
Wvs POR123 - 98
W@ CHI142 - 131
Wvs PHI117 - 111
Lvs DEN110 - 122
Wvs DEN105 - 90
L@ GS118 - 123
L@ LAL123 - 128
W@ POR134 - 89
Wvs WAS128 - 104
Wvs LAL131 - 114
L@ BKN104 - 106
W@ PHI124 - 107
Wvs MIL122 - 99
Lvs BKN106 - 119
Lvs CHI123 - 126
Wvs ORL124 - 111
L@ HOU108 - 128
W@ UTA126 - 124

HOU logoHOU

Lvs GS89 - 103
W@ GS115 - 107
Wvs GS131 - 116
L@ GS106 - 109
L@ GS93 - 104
Wvs GS109 - 94
Lvs GS85 - 95
Lvs DEN111 - 126
L@ LAL109 - 140
L@ LAC117 - 134
W@ GS106 - 96
Wvs OKC125 - 111
Wvs UTA143 - 105
L@ LAL98 - 104
W@ PHO148 - 109
W@ UTA121 - 110
Wvs ATL121 - 114
Lvs DEN111 - 116
W@ MIA102 - 98
W@ ORL116 - 108
Wvs PHI144 - 137
Wvs CHI117 - 114
Wvs DAL133 - 96
Wvs PHO111 - 104
Wvs ORL97 - 84
Wvs NO146 - 117
W@ NO109 - 97
L@ IND102 - 115
L@ OKC128 - 137
Lvs SAC103 - 113
Wvs SA118 - 106
Wvs MIL100 - 97
L@ UTA115 - 124
Wvs MIN121 - 115
Lvs GS98 - 105
Wvs PHO119 - 111
Wvs TOR94 - 87
L@ DAL105 - 116
L@ MIN114 - 127
L@ BKN97 - 99
L@ NY118 - 124
Lvs BKN98 - 110
L@ MEM119 - 120
W@ ATL100 - 96
W@ BOS114 - 112
W@ CLE135 - 131
Wvs CLE109 - 108
Lvs DET96 - 107
W@ POR125 - 103
L@ SAC127 - 132
W@ DEN128 - 108
Wvs MEM120 - 118
W@ MEM119 - 115
W@ WAS135 - 112
Wvs LAL119 - 115
Lvs BOS86 - 109
Wvs DAL110 - 99
Lvs MIA100 - 104
Lvs MIN112 - 113
W@ NO128 - 111
W@ CHA114 - 101
W@ TOR114 - 110
Wvs NO133 - 113
L@ OKC96 - 111
Wvs GS91 - 90
W@ LAC117 - 106
L@ GS93 - 99
L@ SAC111 - 120
Wvs OKC119 - 116
W@ PHI122 - 115
W@ MIN117 - 111
Lvs POR98 - 104
Wvs POR116 - 88
Wvs IND130 - 113
L@ MIL100 - 101
W@ CHI143 - 107
Wvs LAC125 - 104
Wvs LAC111 - 103
Wvs WAS107 - 92
W@ DET101 - 99
L@ OKC107 - 126
Wvs SA127 - 100
Wvs NY109 - 97
Lvs GS121 - 127
W@ DAL108 - 102
W@ SA106 - 101
L@ SA106 - 109
Wvs MEM128 - 108
Lvs CHA105 - 110