Game Details
- Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (6:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM PST).
- Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee.
- TV/Streaming: KJZZ, Jazz+, FDSSE.
This matchup marks the third meeting between these two Western Conference teams this season, with both previous games won by the home side. The Grizzlies are coming off a four-game losing streak, while the Jazz have shown sporadic flashes but remain mired in a rebuild. Both squads are well out of playoff contention, sitting at the bottom of the conference standings, making this a potential tanking showdown influenced heavily by injuries.
Recent Team Forms
Both teams have struggled lately, with the Jazz going 3-7 in their last 10 games and the Grizzlies also 3-7 over the same span. The Jazz have averaged 114.8 points per game (PPG) while allowing 117.3 PPG, for a -2.5 point differential. The Grizzlies have averaged 113.4 PPG while conceding 118.7 PPG, resulting in a -5.3 differential.
Utah Jazz Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 12, 2026 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L | 119-135 | Allowed 135 points; poor defense highlighted. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W | 121-93 | Strong rebounding (52 total); held Kings to 93. |
| Feb 10, 2026 | @ Miami Heat | W | 115-111 | Jaren Jackson Jr. 22 PTS; Kyle Filipowski double-double (16 PTS, 11 REB). |
| Feb 8, 2026 | @ Orlando Magic | L | 102-118 | Struggled offensively; low shooting efficiency. |
| Feb 6, 2026 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L | 110-115 | Close loss; turnover issues persisted. |
Memphis Grizzlies Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Notes |
| Feb 11, 2026 | @ Denver Nuggets | L | 116-122 | 29 REB total; low boards contributed to loss. |
| Feb 9, 2026 | @ Golden State Warriors | L | 113-114 | Close defeat; 17 STL but 18 TO. |
| Feb 7, 2026 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L | 115-122 | Defensive lapses; allowed 122 points. |
| Feb 5, 2026 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L | 115-135 | Blown out; poor shooting and rebounding. |
| Feb 3, 2026 | @ Sacramento Kings | W | 129-125 | High-scoring win; efficient from the field. |
The Jazz have won 2 of their last 3 but lost 5 straight before that, showing inconsistency. The Grizzlies’ four-game skid includes narrow losses, but they’ve been outrebounded and turned the ball over at high rates.
Injury Report
Utah Jazz:
- Keyonte George: Out (Right Ankle Sprain).
- Jaren Jackson Jr.: Out (Left Knee; PVNS Removal Surgery) – Recently traded to Utah but sidelined for at least four weeks post-surgery.
- Collin Sexton: Questionable (Left Hamstring Strain).
- Others: Potential rests or minor issues for veterans like Lauri Markkanen, who has been benched in fourth quarters recently for “tank” purposes.
Memphis Grizzlies:
- Ja Morant: Out (Left Elbow; UCL Sprain) – Re-evaluated in two weeks; ongoing discomfort.
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Out (Right Pinky Finger; Surgery) – Procedure scheduled for February 20.
- Santi Aldama: Out (Left Shoulder Soreness).
- John Konchar: Out (Left Knee Soreness).
- Derrick Rose: Out (Left Hamstring Strain).
- Jaylen Wells: Out (G League Assignment).
Without Morant and Caldwell-Pope, the Grizzlies’ backcourt is depleted, relying on players like Ty Jerome or Scotty Pippen Jr. The Jazz miss Jackson’s defense, exacerbating their already poor defensive rating.
Key Player Matchups to Watch
- Lauri Markkanen (Jazz) vs. Grizzlies Frontcourt (e.g., Zach Edey or Brandon Clarke): Markkanen averages around 20+ PPG and could exploit Memphis’ weakened interior without elite rim protection. He’s been Utah’s go-to scorer, but expect heavy minutes from rookies like Kyle Filipowski if Jackson remains out.
- Desmond Bane (Grizzlies) vs. Jazz Guards (e.g., Isaiah Collier or Brice Sensabaugh): With Morant out, Bane becomes the primary creator. He’ll face a Jazz backcourt that’s turnover-prone and lacks elite perimeter defense.
- Jusuf Nurkic (Jazz) vs. Memphis Bigs: Nurkic’s rebounding (10+ RPG potential) could dominate if the Grizzlies continue their recent rebounding struggles (e.g., just 29 REB vs. Denver).
- Rookie Watch: Ace Bailey (Jazz) vs. Cam Spencer (Grizzlies): Both young wings could see extended minutes in this low-stakes game, with Bailey showing scoring flashes (16 PTS vs. Miami).
These matchups favor scoring over defense, given the absences.
Series History
The Jazz hold a commanding all-time edge, leading 68-43 in 111 regular-season meetings.
In the last 10 head-to-heads, Utah is 6-4. This season, the series is split 1-1:
- November 15, 2025: Grizzlies 130-126 (at Memphis).
- November 26, 2025: Jazz 137-128 (at Utah).
The home team has won both, and games have been high-scoring (average total: 260.5 points).
Betting Trends
- Utah is 9-4 ATS in their last 13 vs. Memphis but 1-6 SU in their last 7 overall vs. the Grizzlies. Memphis is 4-6 ATS in their last 10 home games. The over has hit in 7 of the last 10 Jazz-Grizzlies matchups, aligning with both teams’ defensive woes (Jazz rank 28th in defensive rating, Grizzlies 25th).
The Grizzlies are 2-8 ATS during losing streaks of 3+ games this season.
Game Odds
Utah Jazz 240.5
Memphis Grizzlies – 5.5
NBA Game Preview: Utah Jazz (18-38) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (20-33)Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, February 19, 2026
