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Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers (Image via X)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The Memphis Grizzlies, for their sixth match this season, will host the Los Angeles Lakers at the FedExForum Arena. Both teams are at a similar position so far in the league, with 3 wins and 2 losses so far this season, and will both try to get a hook in early during the game. This is an NBA Cup matchup, beginning with group play, before selected teams progress to the elimination-knockout round. The tournament will kick off tonight with the group stage, while still continuing with the regular season. The Grizzlies won their last match this season, 114-113, which was against the Phoenix Suns. The Lakers, who faced the Minnesota Timberwolves, also got a win, 116-115. Both teams, coming off a win, will be eager to keep their streak going, and with the Lakers missing a few of their top players in the roster, they might face some difficulties against the Grizzlies. Let’s take a look at the two teams and their upcoming match, including predicted starting lineups, injury reports, game prediction, and more, as the Grizzlies face the Lakers for the first time this season. <\/p>\n

Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers<\/keyword> – When and where to watch the game?<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

The matchup between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers will kick off at 9:30 pm ET on October 31, 2025. The Grizzlies will host the Lakers at the FedExForum Arena in Memphis, Tennessee, and the game will be available for streaming on NBC and Peacock. <\/p>\n

Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers – Expected starting lineups<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

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  • Ja Morant<\/li>\n
  • Kentavious Caldwell-Pope<\/li>\n
  • Jaylen Wells<\/li>\n
  • Jaren Jackson Jr.<\/li>\n
  • Jock Landale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    • Bronny James<\/li>\n
    • Austin Reaves<\/li>\n
    • Rui Hachimura<\/li>\n
    • Jarred Vanderbilt<\/li>\n
    • Deandre Ayton<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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      Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers – Injury report<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

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      • Ty Jerome – Out (Calf)<\/li>\n
      • Scotty Pippen Jr. – Out (Toe)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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        • Marcus Smart – Questionable (Quadriceps)<\/li>\n
        • Luka Doncic<\/keyword> – Out (Finger)<\/li>\n
        • LeBron James<\/keyword> – Out (Nerve)<\/li>\n
        • Gabe Vincent – Out (Ankle)<\/li>\n
        • Adou Thiero – Out (Knee)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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          Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers – Game Prediction<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

          The Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers will have their first matchup this season since their 2024-25 season game back in March, which the latter won on the road. Both teams are on a 3-2 run so far this season, and both won in their respective last game. But the Lakers have had better luck against the Grizzlies, and have come out as winners in their last 5 face-offs. The Grizzlies have all their first-choice players available for the game, while the Lakers will miss out on LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Austin Reaves and the gang have been keeping their momentum going, but it’s still not enough sometimes, which is probably why the Grizzlies have a better chance at winning this game than the Lakers, but things could take a turn at the very last moment, who knows!Also Read: Did Charles Barkley just call LeBron James old? NBA Hall of Famer gives twisted reaction to Lakers legend\u2019s injury<\/a><\/div>\n