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Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Houston Rockets (8-3) visit the Memphis Grizzlies (7-3) on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at FedExForum, Memphis, TN. TV: DAZN MEM. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets.

NBAFriday, December 18, 2026
Houston Rockets logoHouston Rockets8-3
8:00 PM ETDec 18, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies logoMemphis Grizzlies7-3
DateDec 18, 2026
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueFedExForum, Memphis, TN
TVDAZN MEM

Team comparison

Houston RocketsMemphis Grizzlies
Points per game
115.5
117.9
Points allowed per game
106.4
110.8
8-3Record7-3
2nd in Southwest DivisionStanding3rd in Southwest Division
3-2Road record / home record2-3
WLLWWLast 5WLLLW
W1StreakW1

Team stats

Houston RocketsMemphis Grizzlies
W1StreakW1
Points Against
106.4
110.8
7-3Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
115.5
117.9
Field Goal %
48
46
Three Point %
38
39
Rebounds Per Game
44.5
48.3
Assists Per Game
27.0
26.5
Blocks Per Game
5.8
5.1
Steals Per Game
8.5
6.2
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.1
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
15.3
16.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Houston Rockets
Clint Capela C · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Steven Adams C · Calf - Strain
Out
Memphis Grizzlies
Scotty Pippen Jr. G · Back - Soreness
Out
Quinten Post C · Head
Out
Richie Saunders G · Knee - Surgery
Out
Isaiah Stewart C · Knee - Bruise
Day-To-Day

Recent form

Houston RocketsWLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Denver NuggetsW 110-100
Nov 7, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 99-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 107-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsW 109-93
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderW 119-98
Memphis GrizzliesWLLLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Toronto RaptorsW 118-102
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 97-128
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Indiana PacersL 103-107
Nov 2, 2026 · vs New Orleans PelicansL 134-135
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Sacramento KingsW 136-105

Season series

Series starts 12/18
Apr 2, 2027MEM 0, HOU 0
Jan 18, 2027HOU 0, MEM 0
Jan 7, 2027MEM 0, HOU 0
Dec 18, 2026HOU 0, MEM 0

Team pages

Houston Rockets
Schedule, roster and statsMemphis Grizzlies
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies?

The game is on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at FedExForum, Memphis, TN.

How can I watch Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies?

TV: DAZN MEM.

What are the records of the Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies?

Houston Rockets: 8-3. Memphis Grizzlies: 7-3.

Who is injured for Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Listed out or doubtful: Houston Rockets: Clint Capela, Steven Adams. Memphis Grizzlies: Scotty Pippen Jr., Quinten Post, Richie Saunders. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies played?

FedExForum, Memphis, TN.

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