The Houston Rockets are set to host the Memphis Grizzlies to open a thrilling NBA action on January 13, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT.
The Grizzlies have the best offense in the league, scoring 122.9 points per game. They also have the fifth-best field goal percentage in the NBA, at 48.3%.
The Rockets, on the other hand, are great at defense—they give up just 107.1 points a game, which is the third-best record in the league—but they have a tough time scoring, placing 12th in the league with 113.1 points a game and 28th in the percentage of field goals made at 44.4%.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies NBA game, plus plenty more.
Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies: Date and tip-off time
The Houston Rockets will face the Memphis Grizzlies in an epic NBA game on January 13, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT, Toyota Center, in Houston, Texas.
| Date | January 13, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Toyota Center |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
How to watch Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Houston Rockets and the Memphis Grizzlies live on:
- TV channel: NBA TV
- Streaming service: Fubo
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Houston Rockets team news
Jalen Green scores 20.4 points each game and shoots 41.9% from his attempts and an amazing 86.1% from his free throw line for the Rockets.
Alperen Şengün is a dominant rebounder, averaging 10.5 rebounds every game, with 3.4 offensive rebounds.
Fred VanVleet sets up the team's runs with 5.9 assists each game, giving up only 1.5 turnovers during 35.6 minutes of activity.
Houston Rockets Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
| PF, Jabari Smith Jr. | Hand injury | Out |
Memphis Grizzlies team news
Jaren Jackson leads the Grizzlies' attack with 22.6 points each game. He makes 49.7% of his shots from the floor and 78.4% of his free throws.
Zach Edey helps out on the boards by grabbing 7.5 rebounds each game, 3.4 of which are offensive.
Ja Morant assists the team with 7.7 assists, but his 3.8 turnovers during 27.8 minutes are concerning.
Memphis Grizzlies Injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| SG, Vince Williams Jr. | Ankle injury | Out |
| PF, GG Jackson II | Foot injury | Out |
Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies head-to-head record
The Rockets and the Grizzlies have clashed five times in the last few months. The Rockets have won four of those games, including a close one on January 10, 2025, by a score of 119–115. Houston has always done better than Memphis. They have won big games like the 128-108 blowout during October 2024 by using strong defense and key offensive efforts. The Grizzlies did win a close game 121–113 in February 2024, though, showing how strong their offense was. Memphis is the best team in the league at scoring and making field goals, so they will try to take advantage of Houston's defensive flaws. On the other hand, the Rockets will try to keep being the best on defense and keep their edge throughout close games. The result may depend on if Houston can once again stop Memphis's fast-paced offense or whether the Grizzlies can stop the Rockets from being so dominant lately.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2025 | Rockets 119-115 Grizzlies |
| Oct 26, 2024 | Rockets 128-108 Grizzlies |
| Feb 15, 2024 | Grizzlies 121-113 Rockets |
| Dec 16, 2023 | Rockets 103-96 Grizzlies |
| Dec 14, 2023 | Rockets 117-104 Grizzlies |