The Memphis Grizzlies are set to confront the Charlotte Hornets, hoping to end their current five-game road losing streak. This matchup will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday at 7 p.m. EDT.
Current Team Performance
The Grizzlies hold a record of 24-45, placing them 12th in the Western Conference. Conversely, the Hornets are performing competitively with a record of 36-34, securing the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference.
Road and Home Records
- Grizzlies’ road record: 11-24
- Hornets’ home record: 16-17
In their last encounter on January 29, the Hornets emerged victorious, winning 112-97. Brandon Miller notably contributed with 26 points for Charlotte, while Cedric Coward led the Grizzlies with 17 points.
Key Player Statistics
Charlotte Hornets
- LaMelo Ball: 19.5 points, 7.1 assists
- Brandon Miller: 18.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists
Memphis Grizzlies
- Cam Spencer: 11.4 points, 2.6 rebounds
- Jaylen Wells: 2.3 made 3-pointers (last 10 games)
Recent Game Trends
Over their last 10 games, the Hornets have achieved a 7-3 record. They are averaging 115.1 points, supported by 45.7 rebounds and shooting 44.7% from the field. Their opponents, meanwhile, average 105.3 points.
The Grizzlies, on the other hand, have struggled with a 1-9 record in their last 10 games. They are averaging 115.4 points but allowing an average of 124.0 points from opponents.
Injury Report
Charlotte Hornets
- Tidjane Salaun: out (calf)
Memphis Grizzlies
- Santi Aldama: out for the season (knee)
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: out for the season (finger)
- Ja Morant: day-to-day (elbow)
- GG Jackson: day-to-day (knee)
- Scotty Pippen Jr.: out for the season (toe)
- Taj Gibson: day-to-day (foot)
- Zach Edey: out for the season (ankle)
- Cedric Coward: day-to-day (personal)
- Jahmai Mashack: day-to-day (ankle)
- Brandon Clarke: out (calf)
This upcoming game presents an opportunity for Memphis to break their unwanted losing streak. Fans will be looking forward to how the Grizzlies respond in this critical matchup against the Hornets.
