The Memphis Grizzlies and Indiana Pacers enter Sunday’s clash at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with multiple key players sidelined, altering rotations for both teams.
Memphis will be without Ja Morant (UCL sprain, left elbow), Zach Edey (left ankle stress reaction), Brandon Clarke (right calf strain), Taj Gibson (return to competition), and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (right fifth finger surgery). Santi Aldama, Cedric Coward, and Ty Jerome are listed as doubtful, leaving the Grizzlies with limited depth in both the frontcourt and backcourt.
The Grizzlies have alternated results recently, falling 112-133 against the Warriors before a 124-105 win at Dallas.
The Pacers are similarly impacted, with Tyrese Haliburton (right Achilles tear), Johnny Furphy (right ACL tear), Aaron Nesmith (right ankle sprain), and Ivica Zubac (left ankle sprain) confirmed out. Pascal Siakam is doubtful with a left wrist sprain, while Andrew Nembhard, Taelon Peter, and Ethan Thompson are questionable. Obi Toppin is probable but will be monitored closely for a right foot stress fracture.
The Pacers have struggled in recent games, losing consecutive matchups 109-133 to Charlotte and 114-135 to Philadelphia.
Memphis won their only prior meeting 128-103 on October 25, 2025, at home.
