The Memphis Grizzlies, boasting a strong record of 18-8, will face the Los Angeles Lakers, who sit at 13-12, in a matchup at Crypto.com Arena. The Grizzlies enter the game on a four-game winning streak, showcasing their solid performance this season, particularly within their division where they hold a 1-2 record. In contrast, the Lakers are looking to bounce back from a recent loss, with a conference record of 10-7. Key players for the Grizzlies include Ja Morant, averaging 22.1 points and 8.6 assists per game, while Anthony Davis leads the Lakers with 27.3 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. Both teams will be navigating injury concerns as they prepare for this competitive clash.
Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers Game Information
Game Date: December 15, 2024
Game Time: 09:30 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Midwest Extra – Indiana (Evansville), NBA League Pass Channel 9
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Los Angeles Lakers Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 13-12
Conference Record: 10-7
Division Record: 2-2
Streak: 1 loss
Memphis Grizzlies Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 18-8
Conference Record: 7-5
Division Record: 1-2
Streak: 4 win
Stat Leaders
Los Angeles Lakers (13-12, #4 in division)
Points Leader: Anthony Davis, 27.3 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Anthony Davis, 11.21 RPG
Assists Leader: LeBron James, 9.1 APG
Steals Leader: Anthony Davis, 1.21 SPG
Blocks Leader: Anthony Davis, 2.04 BPG
Memphis Grizzlies (18-8, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Ja Morant, 22.1 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Santi Aldama, 7.42 RPG
Assists Leader: Ja Morant, 8.6 APG
Steals Leader: Jaren Jackson Jr., 1.54 SPG
Blocks Leader: Jaren Jackson Jr., 1.83 BPG
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
Jarred Vanderbilt – Knee (Out) – Vanderbilt experienced fluid in his left knee recently during rehabilitation and is now targeting early January for a return.
LeBron James – Foot (Day To Day) – The Lakers have listed James as Questionable for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Grizzlies.
Christian Wood – Knee (Out) – Wood has experienced soreness in his surgically repaired left knee and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Anthony Davis – Foot (Day To Day) – The Lakers have listed Davis as Probable for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Grizzlies.
Jaxson Hayes – Ankle (Out) – Hayes suffered a re-sprain of his right ankle and will miss two to three weeks, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Jalen Hood-Schifino – Hamstring (Out) – The Lakers have listed Hood-Schifino as Out for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Grizzlies.
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
Jay Huff – Knee (Day To Day) – The Grizzlies have listed Huff as Questionable for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Lakers.
Zach Edey – Ankle (Day To Day) – The Grizzlies have listed Edey as Questionable for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Lakers.
Marcus Smart – Knee (Day To Day) – The Grizzlies have listed Smart as Questionable for Sunday’s (Dec. 15) game against the Lakers.
Vince Williams Jr. – Ankle (Out) – The Grizzlies announced that Williams Jr. has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 right ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in approximately four weeks.
GG Jackson II – Foot (Out) – The Grizzlies announced Jackson continues to progress well from offseason foot surgery and is expected to return to play in 6-8 weeks.
Los Angeles Lakers Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 15, 2024 vs Memphis Grizzlies
December 19, 2024 at Sacramento Kings
December 21, 2024 at Sacramento Kings
December 23, 2024 vs Detroit Pistons
December 25, 2024 at Golden State Warriors
December 28, 2024 vs Sacramento Kings
December 31, 2024 vs Cleveland Cavaliers
January 02, 2025 vs Portland Trail Blazers
January 03, 2025 vs Atlanta Hawks
January 05, 2025 at Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 15, 2024 at Los Angeles Lakers
December 19, 2024 vs Golden State Warriors
December 21, 2024 at Atlanta Hawks
December 23, 2024 vs LA Clippers
December 26, 2024 vs Toronto Raptors
December 27, 2024 at New Orleans Pelicans
December 29, 2024 at Oklahoma City Thunder
December 31, 2024 at Phoenix Suns
January 03, 2025 at Sacramento Kings
January 04, 2025 at Golden State Warriors
