Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies (01-26-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for yet another exciting matchup as the Houston Rockets clash with the Memphis Grizzlies. The match will tip off at 8:00 pm ET on Monday. The Houston Rockets have previously won 27 out of the 43 games. Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams have been sidelined. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant.

As for the Memphis Grizzlies, they have previously won only 18 matches out of the 43 played. With players like Cam Spencer and Cedric Coward, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Ja Morant has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Houston Rockets and the Memphis Grizzlies.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Houston Rockets will host the Memphis Grizzlies at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The match will tip off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Monday, January 26, 2026, exclusively on SCHN and FDSSE. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies - Expected Starting Lineups

Houston Rockets

• Amen Thompson (PG)
• Kevin Durant (SG)
• Tari Eason (SF)
• Jabari Smith Jr. (PF)
• Alperen Sengun (C)

Memphis Grizzlies

• Cam Spencer (PG)
• Cedric Coward (SG)
• Jaylen Wells (SF)
• John Konchar (PF)
• Jaren Jackson Jr. (C)

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies - Injury Report

Houston Rockets

• Aaron Holiday - OUT (back)
• Stevens Adams - OUT (ankle)
• Fred VanVleet - OUT (Acl)

Memphis Grizzlies

• Santi Aldama - OUT (knee)
• Ty Jerome - OUT (calf)
• Ja Morant - OUT (elbow)
• Scotty Pippen Jr. - OUT (toe)
• Zach Eddy - OUT (ankle)
• Brandon Clarke - OUT (calf)

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies - Game Prediction

This season, the Houston Rockets have scored 224.5 points in 23 out of their 43 games. However, the Memphis Grizzlies have scored the same number of points in 27 out of 43 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Houston Rockets boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson. Durant has delivered 26.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game this season. However, Thompson has averaged 18.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game.

The Memphis Grizzlies, on the other hand, have efficient players like Jalen Jackson Jr. and Cedric Coward. Jackson Jr. has averaged 18.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Coward, on the other hand, delivered 14 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.


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