In a crucial battle for the West’s No. 2 seed, Houston (32-14) visits Memphis (31-16) on Thursday night. The Grizzlies (-4.5) are slight favorites.

The Grizzlies have been led by star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. this season, as co-star point guard Ja Morant has been mildly underwhelming. Morant has already missed 19 games this season and is now in jeopardy of missing his 20th on Thursday against the Rockets.

Ja Morant is on the injury report for this contest, listed as questionable for the Grizzlies with shoulder soreness. Morant had previously missed time this year due to a shoulder injury, as well as more games with various other ailments.

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks is known for his ability to irritate opponents. Doing this regularly during his six seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies, Brooks led the NBA with 18 technical fouls during the 2022-23 season ( via Fox Sports ).

The Memphis Grizzlies (31-16) are hosting the Houston Rockets (32-14) on Thursday night; the date, time, TV channels, and free live stream.

During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Banks wore only jersey No. 11 and put up 5.3 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game.

Dillon Brook's pockets will be a little lighter due to his comments following the Rockets' win over the Celtics.

The Grizzlies have hit the midpoint of the NBA season, so it is time for the mid-season check-in. Are the Grizzlies a contender?

Facing the NBA’s hottest team, with a top 5 record, the Knicks not only toppled the Grizzlies on Monday night at MSG, they battered them into early submission.

Amen Thompson's clutch drive with 1.3 seconds remaining secured the Houston Rockets a hard-fought 114-112 win over the reigning NBA champion

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Former Grizzlies star Tony Allen will be inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in their 2025 class.