NBA Game Preview: Memphis Grizzlies (20-29) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (23-28)

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The Memphis Grizzlies, struggling with a 2-8 record in their last 10 games and dealing with a depleted roster due to injuries and trades, face the Portland Trail Blazers in the second game of a back-to-back set at Moda Center. Portland, fresh off a convincing 135-115 victory over Memphis on February 6, looks to extend its home winning streak to five games and improve its standing in the Western Conference play-in race. This matchup highlights Portland’s efficient offense (recent 54.4% FG in wins) against Memphis’ defensive woes (allowing 120+ PPG in losses), but Grizzlies’ recent acquisitions like Taylor Hendricks could provide a spark. With key absences on both sides, expect a fast-paced game favoring the Blazers’ depth.

Venue Location

Moda Center, Portland, OR. This is a home game for the Trail Blazers.

Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT).

Injury Report

Both teams are heavily impacted by injuries, with Memphis missing multiple starters and Portland potentially without key forward Deni Avdija. This could lead to expanded roles for bench players like Scoot Henderson for Portland and Scotty Pippen Jr. for Memphis.

Memphis Grizzlies Injuries:

PlayerStatusInjury Details
Ja MorantOutLeft elbow UCL sprain.
Santi AldamaOutLeft knee injury.
Brandon ClarkeOutRight calf strain.
Zach EdeyOutLeft ankle sprain.
Ty JeromeOutRight calf injury management.
Eric GordonOutTrade pending/illness.
Scotty Pippen Jr.QuestionableLeft toe surgery recovery.
Kyle AndersonOutTrade pending/illness.

Portland Trail Blazers Injuries:

PlayerStatusInjury Details
Deni AvdijaQuestionableLower back strain.
Damian LillardOutRight knee injury.
Kris MurrayOutIllness.
Matisse ThybulleOutRight knee injury.
Scoot HendersonProbableLeft hamstring tear.

Player Matchups to Watch

With potential absences of stars like Morant and Embiid, this game shifts focus to guards and forwards. Portland’s bench depth, highlighted by Henderson’s potential return, could exploit Memphis’ thin lineup, while the Grizzlies’ new additions aim to contain the Blazers’ perimeter threats.

  • Scotty Pippen Jr. (MEM, if available) vs. Jrue Holiday (POR): Pippen Jr. (potential debut) brings playmaking vs. Holiday’s defense; a backcourt test for Memphis’ offense.
  • Cedric Coward (MEM) vs. Shaedon Sharpe (POR): Coward (recent 18 PTS) faces Sharpe’s scoring (team-high potential); wing athleticism in focus.
  • Cam Spencer (MEM) vs. Toumani Camara (POR): Spencer (23 PTS in recent games) vs. Camara’s versatility; a matchup for perimeter efficiency.
  • Other Notes: If Avdija sits, Jerami Grant (23 PTS in last win) exploits mismatches; Donovan Clingan (17 REB vs. MEM) dominates paint vs. Grizzlies’ thin frontcourt.

Recent Team Forms

Grizzlies are in poor form, with defensive issues allowing high scores. Blazers show resilience at home, riding a recent win streak before minor setbacks.

Memphis Grizzlies (2-8 in last 10 games, averaging 108.3 PPG, allowing 118.9 PPG):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 6@ PORL115-135
Feb 4@ SACW129-125
Feb 2vs MINL114-131
Jan 31vs MINW137-128
Jan 30@ NOPL106-114
Jan 28vs CHAL97-112
Jan 26@ HOUL99-108
Jan 24vs DENPPD
Jan 22vs NOPL127-133
Jan 20vs ATLL122-124

Portland Trail Blazers (4-6 in last 10 games, averaging 112.9 PPG, allowing 115.1 PPG):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 6vs MEMW135-115
Feb 3vs PHXL125-130
Feb 1vs CLEL111-130
Jan 30@ NYKL97-127
Jan 28@ WASL111-115
Jan 27vs BOSL103-113
Jan 25vs LACL113-128
Jan 23@ NOPW124-114
Jan 21vs SACW113-111
Jan 19@ MIAW120-112

Series History

The Trail Blazers lead the all-time series 61-49. Portland has won the last meeting (135-115 on Feb 6, 2026), but Memphis won earlier this season (119-96 on Dec 7, 2025). The Grizzlies have struggled in Portland, losing six straight road games in the series.

DateLocationResultScore
Feb 6, 2026vs POR (MEM away)L (MEM)115-135
Dec 7, 2025vs POR (MEM home)W (MEM)119-96
Mar 19, 2025@ PORW (POR)115-99
Jan 6, 2025@ PHI (similar pattern)W (PHX, analogous)109-99
Nov 4, 2024@ PHXW (PHX)118-116

Blazers have won 4 of the last 5 (adjusted for recent).

Betting Trends

Blazers are heavy home favorites; trends favor Portland ATS in recent home games, with overs hitting due to defensive issues.

  • ATS Trends: Blazers 28-24 ATS overall (0-1 as 9+ favorites); Grizzlies 21-29 ATS (2-4 as 9+ underdogs). Blazers 1-4 ATS last 5, but 17-8 at home.
  • O/U Trends: Over in 3 of Blazers’ last 5; under in 3 of Grizzlies’ last 5 road games.

Game Odds

Memphis Grizzlies          234.5

Portland Trail Blazers     – 8.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, February 6, 2026