The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday, December 30, at FedExForum with both teams battling for consistency. Philadelphia enters with a 16-14 record and a three-game losing streak, while Memphis sits at 15-17 following a one-game skid.
The 76ers face multiple injuries. Joel Embiid is listed as questionable with a right ankle sprain and ongoing knee management. Kelly Oubre Jr. remains out with a left knee sprain, and Trendon Watford is sidelined due to a left adductor strain. MarJon Beauchamp and Johni Broome are doubtful, both on G League assignments.
Philadelphia’s recent struggles are compounded by these absences, as Tyrese Maxey leads the team averaging 30.7 points, 6.9 assists, and 4.4 rebounds in 39.7 minutes per game. VJ Edgecombe contributes 15.5 points and 5.4 rebounds, while Joel Embiid averages 21.8 points and 6.5 boards despite limited availability.
Memphis is also dealing with key injuries. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey, Ty Jerome, John Konchar, Vince Williams Jr., and Javon Small are all out, while Jock Landale and Olivier-Maxence Prosper are questionable.
Jaren Jackson Jr. leads the Grizzlies at 18.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, with Ja Morant contributing 17.9 points and 7.6 assists. Santi Aldama averages 14.3 points and 6.7 rebounds, while Cam Spencer provides shooting efficiency from deep with a .481 3-point percentage.
Philadelphia’s injury-depleted roster has leaned on role players such as Dominick Barlow (8.6 points, 5.6 rebounds) and Andre Drummond (7.3 points, 9.3 rebounds). Memphis will rely on its starters to shoulder the load, including Jackson Jr., Morant, Aldama, and Jaylen Wells, who averages 12.4 points.
Both teams are facing recent challenges. The 76ers dropped 104-129 to Oklahoma City on December 28 and 102-109 at Chicago on December 26, while Memphis lost 112-116 to Washington after beating Milwaukee 125-104.
The matchup marks the first meeting of the season between Philadelphia and Memphis.
