The Memphis Grizzlies are ready to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans to open a high-voltage NBA battle on January 24, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT. The New Orleans Pelicans just won a game against the Utah Jazz, due to CJ McCollum, who scored an impressive 45 points. The final score was 123-119 after overtime.
The Grizzlies score the most points in the league, averaging 123.3 points per game. They also have a strong shooting accuracy of 48.4%, which ranks 5th in the league.
The Pelicans are having a tough time scoring, averaging only 109.2 points per game, which places them at 24th place. They also have a low shooting rate of 44.3%, ranking them 26th.
Both teams struggle on defense. Memphis gives up 115.0 points per game, ranking 22nd, while New Orleans allows a greater number at 117.2 points each game, ranking 25th.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA game, plus plenty more.
Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans: Date and tip-off time
The Memphis Grizzlies will square off against the New Orleans Pelicans in an exciting NBA clash on January 24, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT, at FedExForum, in Memphis, Tennessee.
| Date | January 24, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT |
| Venue | FedExForum |
| Location | Memphis, Tennessee |
How to watch Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Memphis Grizzlies and the New Orleans Pelicans live on:
- TV channel: NBA TV
- Streaming service: Fubo
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Memphis Grizzlies team news
Jaren Jackson Jr. is scoring an average of 22.6 points per game with a shooting percentage of 49.1%. He also makes 78.1% of his free throws.
Zach Edey excels at grabbing rebounds, averaging 7.2 rebounds per game. This includes 3.2 offensive ones and 4.1 defensive ones.
Ja Morant helps his team by getting 7.7 assists each game. However, he also averages 3.9 turnovers during 28.6 minutes of activity.
Memphis Grizzlies Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
| PF, Jake LaRavia | Back injury | Day-to-Day |
| SG, Cam Spencer | Thumb injury | Out |
New Orleans Pelicans team news
CJ McCollum averages 22.4 points for each game and has a shot accuracy of 45.3%. However, he has a low free-throw shooting rate of 71.0%.
Zion Williamson is a strong rebounder, grabbing an average of 8.2 boards per game, with 3.4 of those coming from offensive motion.
Dejounte Murray makes 7.7 assists during 33.4 minutes and has a 3.5 turnovers per game.
New Orleans Pelicans Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| C, Yves Missi | Illness | Day-to-Day |
| SF Brandon Ingram | Ankle injury | Out |
Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans head-to-head record
The Memphis Grizzlies have won four of their previous five meetings with the New Orleans Pelicans, showing their dominance in recent head-to-head games. They have consistently scored well in their games, including a high-scoring win of 132-124 on the 28th of December 2024, and a 120-109 victory on the 30th of November 2024.
The Pelicans only won one game on February 13th, 2024, where they executed strong defense and limited Memphis to 87 points. Close games, like the Grizzlies' one-point victories in December of 2023, show that the Pelicans can stay competitive even though the Grizzlies have stronger players.
The Grizzlies have a strong attack and the Pelicans are not doing well lately. Unless the Pelicans can find a way to upset the Grizzlies' action, the Grizzlies will probably keep winning.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 | Grizzlies 132-124 Pelicans |
| Nov 30, 2024 | Grizzlies 120-109 Pelicans |
| Feb 13, 2024 | Pelicans 96-87 Grizzlies |
| Dec 27, 2023 | Grizzlies 116-115 Pelicans |
| Dec 20, 2023 | Grizzlies 115-113 Pelicans |