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Grizzlies Edge Nets in Close Encounter at FedExForum

Sunday, January 11, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · FedExForum

Memphis Grizzlies 103, Brooklyn Nets 98, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Memphis Grizzlies beat Brooklyn Nets 103-98 at FedExForum on January 11, 2026.

Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Memphis Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game, the Memphis Grizzlies narrowly defeated the Brooklyn Nets 103-98 at FedExForum on January 11, 2026. This victory marks the Grizzlies' second consecutive win against the Nets in their recent meetings, with Memphis leading the all-time series 2-1. The Grizzlies came into this matchup with a home record of 17-22, while the Nets struggled with an away record of 11-25.

Both teams entered the game with recent struggles. The Grizzlies had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak, and were averaging 116.8 points scored while allowing 119.3. Their last game before facing the Nets was a narrow loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they fell 116-117. In contrast, the Nets had a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, also on a two-game losing streak, averaging 106.5 points scored and allowing 109.9. Their most recent outing resulted in a 105-121 loss to the LA Clippers.

At home, the Grizzlies had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, scoring an average of 111.0 points while allowing 117.4. The Nets, on the other hand, had a better away record in their last five games, going 2-1, but their overall performance still left much to be desired.

In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies had several players listed as day-to-day, including Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe), Walter Clayton Jr. (knee), Karim Lopez (undisclosed), and Jaylen Wells (toe). Richie Saunders was ruled out due to a knee injury. The Nets had Nolan Traore also listed as day-to-day with a knee issue.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Memphis favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 220.5. The odds for the Grizzlies to win outright were -265, while the Nets were priced at +215.

The game featured a variety of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the fourth quarter, Terance Mann hit a crucial 25-foot three-pointer to give the Nets a 97-90 lead. However, the Grizzlies responded with a series of plays that saw them claw back into the game. Cam Spencer made a 29-foot three-pointer, followed by Cedric Coward's running jump shot, tying the game at 98-98. The Grizzlies then took the lead with a 25-foot three-point jumper from Coward, followed by two free throws from Jaren Jackson Jr. to seal the game at 103-98.

Conditions in the arena were typical for a January evening in Memphis, with a lively crowd supporting the Grizzlies. Fans witnessed a hard-fought battle that showcased the determination of both teams, particularly the Grizzlies, who needed this win to build momentum moving forward.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the NBA, with both teams looking to improve their standings as the season progresses.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsMEM -7.5 220.5 o -112 / u -108 Brooklyn Nets +215 · Memphis Grizzlies -265

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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
  • Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets

Leaders

  • PointsCedric Coward21Memphis Grizzlies
  • AssistsCam Spencer13Memphis Grizzlies
  • ReboundsJock Landale9Memphis Grizzlies
  • PointsNoah Clowney17Brooklyn Nets
  • AssistsNolan Traore6Brooklyn Nets
  • ReboundsDay'Ron Sharpe13Brooklyn Nets

Recent form

Memphis Grizzlies

Last 10: 3-7Streak L2116.8 scored · 119.3 allowed per game2-3 at home

  • L116-117vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 10
  • L98-117vs Phoenix SunsJan 8
  • W106-105vs San Antonio SpursJan 7
  • L114-120at Los Angeles LakersJan 5
  • L121-128at Los Angeles LakersJan 3
  • L136-139vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 31
  • L112-116at Washington WizardsDec 28
  • W125-104vs Milwaukee BucksDec 27
  • W137-128at Utah JazzDec 24
  • L103-119at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 23

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 4-6Streak L2106.5 scored · 109.9 allowed per game2-1 away

  • L105-121vs LA ClippersJan 10
  • L103-104vs Orlando MagicJan 8
  • W127-115vs Denver NuggetsJan 4
  • L99-119at Washington WizardsJan 3
  • L96-120vs Houston RocketsJan 1
  • L107-120vs Golden State WarriorsDec 30
  • W123-107at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 28
  • W114-106at Philadelphia 76ersDec 24
  • W96-81vs Toronto RaptorsDec 21
  • L95-106vs Miami HeatDec 19

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Boston-26W2.68356
New York329L1.64653
Toronto1036W1.56146
Philadelphia1137W2.54945
Brooklyn3662L3.24420
San Antonio-20L1.75662
Houston1030W1.63452
New Orleans3656L2.31726
Dallas3656W1.31726
Memphis3757L8.30525

Box score

StatBrooklyn NetsMemphis Grizzlies
Field goals36-8837-88
Field goal %4142
Three-pointers18-4811-34
Three-point %3832
Free throws8-1618-18
Free throw %50100
Rebounds4354
Offensive rebounds1316
Defensive rebounds3038
Assists2527
Steals106
Blocks67
Turnovers1014
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls20
Technical fouls, total20
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers925
Fast-break points817
Points in the paint3444
Fouls1715
Largest lead816
Lead changes88
Time in front1480

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter56-63Danny Wolf makes driving layup
  2. 3rd Quarter56-65Jock Landale makes 7-foot two point shot
  3. 3rd Quarter57-65Noah Clowney makes free throw 1 of 3
  4. 3rd Quarter58-65Noah Clowney makes free throw 2 of 3
  5. 3rd Quarter59-65Noah Clowney makes free throw 3 of 3
  6. 3rd Quarter59-67Jaylen Wells makes driving dunk (Cam Spencer assists)
  7. 3rd Quarter62-67Danny Wolf makes 23-foot three point jumper (Egor Demin assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter64-67Nic Claxton makes alley oop dunk (Noah Clowney assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter67-67Danny Wolf makes 22-foot three point jumper (Terance Mann assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter67-69Santi Aldama makes 7-foot two point shot
  11. 3rd Quarter68-69Egor Demin makes free throw 1 of 2
  12. 3rd Quarter68-71Santi Aldama makes layup
  13. 3rd Quarter71-71Jalen Wilson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
  14. 3rd Quarter71-73Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes 2-foot two point shot (Vince Williams Jr. assists)
  15. 3rd Quarter74-73Jalen Wilson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Martin assists)
  16. 3rd Quarter74-75Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes 6-foot two point shot (Vince Williams Jr. assists)
  17. 3rd Quarter74-77Vince Williams Jr. makes two point shot (Kentavious Caldwell-Pope assists)
  18. 4th Quarter77-77Tyrese Martin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
  19. 4th Quarter77-79Jaren Jackson Jr. makes 10-foot two point shot (Cam Spencer assists)
  20. 4th Quarter79-79Nolan Traore makes two point shot (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
  21. 4th Quarter79-80Cam Spencer makes technical free throw
  22. 4th Quarter79-82GG Jackson makes driving layup (Cam Spencer assists)
  23. 4th Quarter79-83GG Jackson makes free throw 1 of 1
  24. 4th Quarter79-85Cam Spencer makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
  25. 4th Quarter82-85Cam Thomas makes 30-foot three pointer
  26. 4th Quarter84-85Cam Thomas makes 7-foot two point shot (Jalen Wilson assists)
  27. 4th Quarter84-87Jaren Jackson Jr. makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Cam Spencer assists)
  28. 4th Quarter86-87Jalen Wilson makes two point shot
  29. 4th Quarter89-87Jalen Wilson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
  30. 4th Quarter91-87Cam Thomas makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
  31. 4th Quarter91-90Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes 27-foot three point jumper (Vince Williams Jr. assists)
  32. 4th Quarter94-90Tyrese Martin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
  33. 4th Quarter97-90Terance Mann makes 25-foot three pointer (Egor Demin assists)
  34. 4th Quarter98-90Noah Clowney makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter98-93Cam Spencer makes 29-foot three pointer (Jock Landale assists)
  36. 4th Quarter98-96Cedric Coward makes 24-foot running jump shot (Cam Spencer assists)
  37. 4th Quarter98-98Santi Aldama makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Cam Spencer assists)
  38. 4th Quarter98-101Cedric Coward makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cam Spencer assists)
  39. 4th Quarter98-102Jaren Jackson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter98-103Jaren Jackson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Memphis Grizzlies, below favours Brooklyn Nets.

Venue

  • FedExForumMemphis, TN
  • Attendance15578
  • OfficialsEd Malloy, Phenizee Ransom, John Butler

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