Hawks Edge Grizzlies in Close Contest at FedExForum
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · FedExForum
Atlanta Hawks 122, Memphis Grizzlies 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies?
Atlanta Hawks beat Memphis Grizzlies 122-116 at FedExForum on October 11, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 122-116 at FedExForum. This victory marked the Hawks' third consecutive win, improving their away record to 2-1 this season. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, fell to 0-4, continuing their struggle to find form early in the season.
The Hawks entered the game with a record of 1-1, having shown a mixed bag of results in their previous outings. Over their last ten games, they have maintained a record of 5-5, averaging 122.6 points scored per game while allowing 119.1 points. Their recent form has been bolstered by a strong last five games, where they have gone 4-1 and averaged 126.6 points scored, showcasing an offensive prowess that has been critical to their success.
The Grizzlies, conversely, have had a rough start to the season, with a home record of 0-3 and an overall record of 0-4. Their last ten games show a record of 4-6, with an average of 116.8 points scored and 117.6 points allowed. Despite their struggles, they managed to secure a win in their last game against the Dallas Mavericks, but the momentum did not carry into this matchup against the Hawks.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, this game was part of a series where the Hawks have historically performed well against the Grizzlies, winning both previous encounters this season, including a close 132-130 victory earlier in March. The Grizzlies have been unable to secure a win against the Hawks, who seem to have their number this season.
Injury concerns loomed large for the Grizzlies, with several players listed as day-to-day, including Scotty Pippen Jr., Walter Clayton Jr., Karim Lopez, and Jaylen Wells. Additionally, Richie Saunders was ruled out due to a knee injury. The Hawks also faced injury issues, with Mouhamed Gueye, Keshon Gilbert, and RayJ Dennis all listed as day-to-day, which could have implications for their rotation and overall performance.
The market had set the odds with the Hawks favored to win, reflecting their recent form and the Grizzlies' struggles. The odds provided by the market indicated a home win probability of just 13.7% for Memphis, highlighting the challenges they faced going into this game.
The conditions at FedExForum were typical for an early season NBA game, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the two teams battled for supremacy. Key moments in the fourth quarter saw the Hawks pull away, with Jacob Toppin making crucial free throws and Caleb Houstan hitting a significant three-pointer that extended Atlanta's lead.
As the game progressed, the Hawks demonstrated their ability to execute under pressure, with timely scoring from players like Toppin and Houstan. The Grizzlies fought hard to stay in the game, but ultimately fell short, unable to overcome the deficit created in the final minutes.
This matchup served as a reminder of the competitive nature of the NBA, where early-season struggles can impact a team's trajectory. The Hawks will look to build on this victory, while the Grizzlies will need to regroup and address their ongoing challenges as they seek their first win of the season.
Injury report
- Scotty Pippen Jr.Day-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
- Walter Clayton Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMemphis Grizzlies
- Karim LopezDay-To-DayUndisclosedMemphis Grizzlies
- Richie SaundersOutKneeMemphis Grizzlies
- Jaylen WellsDay-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
- Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
- Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
- RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
Leaders
- PointsJaylen Wells15Memphis Grizzlies
- AssistsJavon Small5Memphis Grizzlies
- ReboundsSanti Aldama10Memphis Grizzlies
- PointsJalen Johnson20Atlanta Hawks
- AssistsTrae Young8Atlanta Hawks
- ReboundsJalen Johnson7Atlanta Hawks
Recent form
Memphis Grizzlies
Last 10: 4-6Streak W1116.8 scored · 117.6 allowed per game1-4 at home
- W132-97vs Dallas MavericksApr 13
- L109-117at Denver NuggetsApr 12
- L125-141vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 11
- W124-100at Charlotte HornetsApr 8
- W109-103at Detroit PistonsApr 5
- W110-108at Miami HeatApr 3
- L125-134vs Golden State WarriorsApr 2
- L103-117vs Boston CelticsMar 31
- L127-134vs Los Angeles LakersMar 30
- L104-125at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 28
Atlanta Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W3122.6 scored · 119.1 allowed per game3-3 away
- W117-105vs Orlando MagicApr 13
- W124-110at Philadelphia 76ersApr 11
- W133-109at Brooklyn NetsApr 10
- L112-119at Orlando MagicApr 8
- W147-134vs Utah JazzApr 6
- L105-121vs New York KnicksApr 5
- L118-120at Dallas MavericksApr 3
- L113-127vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 1
- W145-124at Milwaukee BucksMar 30
- L112-122at Miami HeatMar 27
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
Box score
| Stat | Atlanta Hawks | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 44-85 | 37-91 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-31 | 14-47 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 30 |
| Free throws | 25-30 | 28-41 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 39 | 31 |
| Assists | 31 | 23 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 68 | 40 |
| Fouls | 33 | 27 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 4th Quarter91-79Jock Landale makes layup (Kentavious Caldwell-Pope assists)
- 4th Quarter91-82GG Jackson makes 26-foot three pointer (Kentavious Caldwell-Pope assists)
- 4th Quarter94-82Vit Krejci makes 25-foot three point jumper (N'Faly Dante assists)
- 4th Quarter95-82Vit Krejci makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter97-82Jacob Toppin makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-83Cedric Coward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-83Vit Krejci makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter99-84Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-85Cedric Coward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-85N'Faly Dante makes 1-foot two point shot (Mouhamed Gueye assists)
- 4th Quarter101-88Jaylen Wells makes 27-foot three point jumper (Olivier-Maxence Prosper assists)
- 4th Quarter103-88N'Faly Dante makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-89Cam Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-90Cam Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-90Keaton Wallace makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter105-91Cam Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-92Cam Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-94Cam Spencer makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-96Lawson Lovering makes layup
- 4th Quarter105-97Lawson Lovering makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter107-97Jacob Toppin makes layup (Keaton Wallace assists)
- 4th Quarter107-98Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-99Cedric Coward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-99Caleb Houstan makes 22-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wallace assists)
- 4th Quarter110-101Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes 1-foot two point shot (Javon Small assists)
- 4th Quarter110-103Cedric Coward makes 1-foot dunk (Javon Small assists)
- 4th Quarter110-106Cedric Coward makes 25-foot three point jumper (Javon Small assists)
- 4th Quarter112-106Mouhamed Gueye makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Jacob Toppin assists)
- 4th Quarter112-109Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cedric Coward assists)
- 4th Quarter114-109Asa Newell makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter114-111Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes 2-foot two point shot (Javon Small assists)
- 4th Quarter114-112Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter115-112Jacob Toppin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-112Jacob Toppin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-113Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-113Caleb Houstan makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jacob Toppin assists)
- 4th Quarter121-113Keaton Wallace makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter121-115Cedric Coward makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter121-116Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter122-116Caleb Houstan makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Memphis Grizzlies, below favours Atlanta Hawks.
Venue
- FedExForumMemphis, TN
- Attendance14260
- OfficialsPat Fraher, Josh Tiven, Michael Smith
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