The Boston Celtics will face the Memphis Grizzlies in a highly anticipated matchup in Memphis, Tennessee. The game is scheduled for Friday at 8 p.m. EDT. Boston is currently on a three-game winning streak and aims to extend it against Memphis, who has struggled this season.
Teams Overview
The Boston Celtics hold a record of 46 wins and 23 losses, placing them second in the Eastern Conference. In contrast, the Memphis Grizzlies are at 24 wins and 44 losses, positioned 11th in the Western Conference. The Celtics are performing well on the road with a 22-13 record, while the Grizzlies have a 13-20 record at home.
Key Statistics
- Celtics:
- Scoring average: 114.4 points per game
- Points allowed: Outscoring opponents by 7.4 points per game
- Shooting percentage: 46.5%
- Grizzlies:
- Scoring average: 116.7 points in the last 10 games
- Home performance: 13-20 this season
- Shooting percentage: 46.0%
Previous Meetings
This game marks the second encounter between the two teams this season. In their last meeting on November 13, the Celtics triumphed with a decisive 131-95 victory. Payton Pritchard contributed significantly, scoring 24 points in that game.
Player Highlights
- Celtics:
- Jaylen Brown: Averaging 28.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game
- Derrick White: Contributing 17.5 points and shooting 42.1% over the last 10 games
- Grizzlies:
- Cam Spencer: Averaging 11.4 points and 5.4 assists per game
- Jaylen Wells: Averaging 14.7 points over the last 10 games
Recent Performance
Over the last ten games, the Celtics have posted a 7-3 record, averaging 110.9 points and allowing opponents to score an average of 103.5 points. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, have struggled with a 2-8 record, allowing an average of 122.9 points while averaging 116.7 points themselves.
Injuries
- Grizzlies Injuries:
- Santi Aldama: Out for season (knee)
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Out for season (finger)
- Ja Morant: Out (elbow)
- Scotty Pippen Jr.: Out for season (toe)
- Zach Edey: Out for season (ankle)
- Jahmai Mashack: Out (ankle)
- Brandon Clarke: Out (calf)
- Celtics Injury:
- Nikola Vucevic: Out (finger)
This matchup promises to be an exciting clash as the Boston Celtics aim to maintain their winning streak while the Memphis Grizzlies look to turn their season around.
