Tip-off: 9:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
TV: NBCS-CA / PCK-SAC (Kings), DAZN-MEM (Grizzlies); NBA League Pass
The undefeated Grizzlies travel to Sacramento to face a winless Kings squad in a Western Conference matchup. Memphis seeks its first 3-0 start since 2017, while Sacramento looks for its first win of the young season at home.
Injury Reports
Memphis Grizzlies:
Zach Edey (C, left ankle) — Out.
Cedric Coward (F/G, left wrist sprain) — Questionable / Day-to-Day (missed previous game).
Other contributors remain available, with young talent and scoring options stepping up.
Sacramento Kings:
Ben Simmons (G-F, right Achilles) — Out for season.
Dylan Cardwell (C, left calf) — Out.
Maxime Raynaud (C, right knee/patella) — Out.
Keegan Murray (F, left ankle capsulitis) — Questionable / Day-to-Day.
Domantas Sabonis and primary scorers remain the focal points.
Current Rosters / Projected Lineups Highlights
Grizzlies:
Key available players include Ty Jerome (high early scoring), Cameron Boozer (strong rebounding and two-way impact), Jerami Grant, Jaylen Wells, Isaiah Stewart (or available bigs in Edey’s absence), and role players. Offense has shown efficiency and balance in the first two wins.
Kings:
Centered on Domantas Sabonis (dominant early triple-double production and rebounding), Zach LaVine, Darius Acuff Jr., and supporting pieces. Keegan Murray’s availability will affect wing depth and spacing. Frontcourt depth is tested by the absences.
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Cameron Boozer / available Grizzlies bigs vs. Domantas Sabonis: Interior battle featuring rebounding, playmaking, and physicality. Sabonis has been highly productive early.
Ty Jerome vs. Kings perimeter defenders / Darius Acuff Jr.: Scoring and creation matchup.
Jerami Grant / wing scorers vs. Keegan Murray (if available) or Kings wings: Spacing and defensive versatility.
Transition and pace: Both teams have shown ability to score in bunches; Memphis’ early defensive metrics give an edge.
Bench and secondary creation: Young talent and role players will see elevated usage due to injuries.
Recent Team Forms
Grizzlies: 2-0. Home win over Utah (123-103) and a hard-fought road victory at Golden State (111-108). Strong scoring, rebounding, and resilience on the road. Looking to build early momentum.
Kings: 0-2. Road loss at the Clippers and home loss to Portland. Sabonis has posted strong individual numbers (including a triple-double), but the team has struggled defensively and to close games. Seeking first win.
Memphis holds clear form and health advantages heading into the contest.
Series History
Competitive recent series with mixed results. Memphis holds a slight edge in some samples (approximately 6-4 in the last 10). Games have often featured high totals and strong individual performances from big men. Sacramento has won some recent home meetings, but overall trends favor the more complete Grizzlies side early this season.
Betting Trends
Memphis is 2-0 ATS early. Sacramento has mixed ATS results in a small sample. High totals are common in this matchup historically. Public money often leans toward the undefeated road favorite.
Game Odds
Memphis Grizzlies – 3.5
Sacrament Kings 235
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, October 24, 2026
