Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic (1-15-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA goes international this week as the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic are set to lock horns for their next match in Berlin’s Uber Arena on Thursday, initiating a three-year slate between the NBA and Europe. This match will be the league's first regular-season match in Germany. Following this, both teams will clash in London for their next meetup.


The Grizzlies are fresh out of a win against the Nets by 103-98 after two consecutive losses to Suns and Thunder. They are currently 10th in the West with a record of 17-22. The report card for Magic is not so different. After their 91-103 loss against the 76ers on January 10th, Magic registered a dominating 128-118 win against the Pelicans on Monday night. They are currently 6th in the East with a record of 22-18.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic: Head-to-Head

The Grizzlies and Magic have played a total of 57 regular-season games, with the Grizzlies clinching victory in 31 of those. In their last 8 meetups, the Magic managed to register only one win over the Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic: When and where to watch

The regular-season clash is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026. The game will tip off at 2:00 PM ET (12:30 AM IST on Friday). For fans in Berlin, the local start time is 8:00 PM CET.

Fans in the United States can stream the game live exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. While the international viewers can catch the action via NBA League Pass.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic: Expected Lineups

Memphis Grizzlies: The Grizzlies are expected to lean on their youthful backcourt in the absence of veteran stars.

• Point Guard: Cam Spencer
• Shooting Guard: Jaylen Wells
• Small Forward: Cedric Coward
• Power Forward: Jaren Jackson Jr.
• Center: Jock Landale

Orlando Magic: The Magic welcome back a key piece of their core for this special international fixture.

• Point Guard: Anthony Black
• Shooting Guard: Desmond Bane
• Small Forward: Franz Wagner
• Power Forward: Paolo Banchero
• Center: Wendell Carter Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic: Injury Report

Memphis Grizzlies:

• Ja Morant - OUT ( right calf contusion)
• Zach Edey - OUT (ankle)
• Ty Jerome - OUT (calf)
• Brandon Clarke - OUT (calf)
• Scotty Pippen Jr. - OUT (toe recovery)

Orlando Magic:

• Jalen Suggs - OUT (knee)
• Collin Castleton - OUT (thumb)

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic: Match Prediction

The Orlando enters as the favorite, largely due to the return of Franz Wagner and the significant injury woes plaguing the Memphis rotation. While Jaren Jackson Jr. remains a dominant defensive force, the Grizzlies may struggle to find consistent scoring without Morant.

The Magic in 40 games has averaged 116.2 points per game, while the Grizzlies are close by with 114.9 points in 39 games. The Wagner brothers, Moritz and Franz, will provide Magic with a home advantage. Orlando’s defensive depth should allow them to control the tempo. Final Score Prediction: Orlando Magic 117, Memphis Grizzlies 111.


Also read: From Memphis to Miami? Ja Morant’s $3.2 million lavish Miami mansion fuels trade chaos.




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