The Portland Trail Blazers (9-14) host the Memphis Grizzlies (10-13) in a battle of Pacific and Southwest Division underdogs on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Both teams are scrambling for relevance in their respective conferences—Portland clinging to the 12th spot in the West, Memphis at 9th in the West—amid rebuilds and injury woes. The Blazers enter on a three-game home winning streak, buoyed by Anfernee Simons’ scoring surge, while the Grizzlies look to snap a four-game skid with Ja Morant’s return looming. This Northwest-Southeast tilt at Moda Center marks the second meeting this season, with Portland stealing a 112-109 road win in October. Anticipate a high-tempo, turnover-filled contest where Portland’s youth meets Memphis’ grit, potentially pushing the total well over.
Game Details
Tipoff: 7:00 p.m. ET (tip-off).
Venue: Moda Center, 1 N Center Ct St., Portland, OR 97227. The 19,393-seat arena, home to the Blazers since 1995, has been electric lately with Portland’s 6-4 home mark. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. PT (8:30 p.m. ET).
Broadcast: Root Sports Northwest (local for Blazers), Fox Sports Southeast (local for Grizzlies), and NBA League Pass for out-of-market viewers. Radio on 620 AM The Score (Blazers) and WMFS 92.9 FM (Grizzlies).
Officials: To be announced (TBA per NBA protocol).
This prime-time slot on NBA TV highlights a matchup ripe for breakout performances from young stars.
Injury Report
Injuries have ravaged both rosters, but Portland gets a boost with key returns. Latest from the NBA’s official report (as of December 6, 2025, evening update):
| Team | Player | Position | Status | Injury/Details | Estimated Return |
| Blazers | Deandre Ayton | C | Out | Left calf strain | December 15 |
| Blazers | Jerami Grant | SF | Probable | Right hamstring (maintenance) | December 7 |
| Blazers | Duop Reath | C | Out | Right ankle sprain | December 10 |
| Grizzlies | Ja Morant | PG | Probable | Right hip flexor (recent return) | December 7 |
| Grizzlies | Desmond Bane | SG | Out | Left oblique strain | December 20 |
| Grizzlies | Jaren Jackson Jr. | PF | Questionable | Right knee soreness | December 7 |
| Grizzlies | Brandon Clarke | PF | Out | Left Achilles (post-surgery) | February 2026 |
| Grizzlies | Jaylen Wells | SF | Doubtful | Left shoulder contusion | December 7 |
Portland misses Ayton’s rebounding (11.2 RPG), leaning on Donovan Clingan in the paint. Grant’s probable status (22.1 PPG) is huge for spacing. Memphis’ Morant (25.8 PPG since return) is probable after missing two, but Bane’s absence (21.4 PPG) and Jackson’s questionable tag (18.7 PPG, 2.1 BPG) cripple their scoring and defense.
Key Player Matchups
With Bane out and Jackson iffy, focus shifts to backcourt fireworks and frontcourt physicality. Here’s a deep dive on five critical head-to-heads:
Anfernee Simons (Blazers PG/SG) vs. Ja Morant (Grizzlies PG): Simons (24.6 PPG, 5.4 APG) has torched Memphis before (32 PTS in October win), using pull-ups (40% 3PT). Morant (25.8 PPG, probable) is explosive in transition (7.2 APG), but Portland’s improved perimeter D (Scoot Henderson’s growth) could force errors. Edge: Morant if healthy, but Simons at home.
Scoot Henderson (Blazers PG) vs. Scotty Pippen Jr. (Grizzlies PG): Henderson (15.9 PPG, 6.1 APG) is maturing as a facilitator, hitting 18 PTS/8 AST Friday. Pippen (12.4 PPG off bench) steps up sans Morant minutes, with hustle (1.4 SPG). A battle of second-year speedsters. Edge: Henderson’s playmaking.
Jerami Grant (Blazers SF, probable) vs. Jaren Jackson Jr. (Grizzlies PF, questionable): Grant (22.1 PPG, 41.5% 3PT) exploits mismatches with mid-range. Jackson (18.7 PPG, questionable) is a DPOY candidate (2.1 BPG), but knee issues limit mobility. If Jackson sits, GG Jackson II fills in. Edge: Grant’s scoring reliability.
Donovan Clingan (Blazers C) vs. Zach Edey (Grizzlies C): Rookie Clingan (9.8 PPG, 8.4 RPG) anchors with length (1.2 BPG). Edey (12.1 PPG, 10.2 RPG, rookie sensation) dominates boards but struggles vs. athletic bigs. Portland’s pace vs. Memphis’ half-court grind. Edge: Edey inside.
Toumani Camara (Blazers SF) vs. GG Jackson II (Grizzlies SF): Camara (10.2 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 1.3 SPG) brings defensive versatility. Jackson (13.5 PPG, 36% 3PT) thrives in spot-up role without Bane. Energy off benches decides rotations. Edge: Camara’s two-way impact.
These matchups favor Portland’s home continuity if Memphis’ stars are limited.
Team Records and Standings Context
Portland Trail Blazers (9-14, 12th in West): 6-4 home, 3-10 road. 5-5 in last 10, net rating -2.1 (18th). Offense: 114.2 PPG (18th); Defense: 116.3 OPP PPG (22nd). Rebounding: 42.8 RPG (22nd), but top-10 in fast-break points.
Memphis Grizzlies (10-13, 9th in West): 5-7 home, 5-6 road. 2-8 in last 10, net rating -1.8 (17th). Offense: 115.8 PPG (15th); Defense: 117.6 OPP PPG (24th). Elite steals (9.2 SPG, 2nd), but injury-riddled.
Portland leads season series 1-0.
Recent Team Forms
Portland builds momentum at home; Memphis slumps without full health. Snapshot tables:
Portland Trail Blazers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| Dec 5 | vs. OKC | W 118-112 | Simons 31P/7A; Henderson 19P/9A |
| Dec 3 | vs. GSW | W 124-119 | Grant 28P; 15 3PM team |
| Dec 1 | @ UTA | L 110-115 | Clingan 14R; Close road L |
| Nov 29 | vs. LAC | W 115-108 | Simons 35P; Defense steps up |
| Nov 27 | @ SAC | L 102-120 | Turnovers (18); Off-night |
Form: 3-2. Three straight home wins, averaging 117.0 PPG with better ball security (12.4 TOPG). 3-2 ATS.
Memphis Grizzlies Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| Dec 5 | @ NOP | L 108-115 | Morant 26P/8A; Late collapse |
| Dec 3 | vs. DAL | L 112-118 | Edey 15P/12R; Shooting 42% |
| Dec 1 | @ HOU | L 105-120 | Jackson 22P; 20 turnovers |
| Nov 29 | vs. BKN | L 99-106 | Morant 20P; Cold from deep |
| Nov 27 | @ CHI | W 121-118 | Morant 35P; OT thriller |
Form: 1-4. Four straight losses, scoring 106.0 PPG amid Bane’s absence. 1-4 ATS, with poor 3PT% (32.1%).
Series History
All-Time Regular Season: Grizzlies lead 65-52 in 117 games. Memphis has won 6 of last 10, but Portland’s October upset snapped a three-game skid.
2025-26 Season Series: Blazers 1-0. Oct 25: Blazers 112-109 @ Grizzlies (Simons 32P). Average: 221 total points; 50% OVER.
Trends: UNDER in 4 of last 6 H2H; Portland 3-2 ATS in last 5 vs. Memphis.
Betting Trends
Key Trends:
Blazers: 10-12-1 ATS overall (45%); 6-4 ATS at home. 11-12 O/U; 4-1 SU in last 5 home.
Grizzlies: 9-13-1 ATS (41%); 3-5 ATS as road dogs. 10-13 O/U; 1-4 SU L5.
H2H: 5-5 ATS last 10; 60% OVER in Portland home games vs. Memphis.
Game Odds
Portland Trail Blazers 233.5
Memphis Grizzlies – 1.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, December 6, 2025
