Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Denver
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5.2Worth It
MEM
Memphis
Nuggets vs Grizzlies Match Preview: Jokic Out, Morant Injured
The #3 ranked Nuggets visit the #11 ranked Grizzlies in a match where both teams are dealing with injuries. Jokic is out for the Nuggets, while Morant is injured for the Grizzlies. Despite the star absences, the game features key players to watch and interesting stakes for both teams.
Best for: Nuggets fans who want to see how the team handles Jokic's absence and Grizzlies fans who want to see how the team performs without Morant.
Score Breakdown
Stakes31/30
Star Power15/15
Performances/20
Clutch Factor/35
Standout Players
Jamal Murray(Nuggets)-
Aaron Gordon(Nuggets)-
Desmond Bane(Grizzlies)-
Marcus Smart(Grizzlies)-
Key Factors
- •Nuggets look to maintain their top 3 Western Conference standing without Nikola Jokic.
- •Grizzlies try to climb the Western Conference standings despite a losing streak and Ja Morant's absence.
- •How will Jamal Murray continue to perform in Jokic's absence?
- •Can Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart lead the Grizzlies to a win?
