Pacers Edge Grizzlies in Close Contest
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · FedExForum
Indiana Pacers 107, Memphis Grizzlies 103, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Memphis Grizzlies?
Indiana Pacers beat Memphis Grizzlies 107-103 at FedExForum on November 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Pacers vs Memphis Grizzlies?
Memphis Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -228 (about 70% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at FedExForum, the Indiana Pacers narrowly defeated the Memphis Grizzlies with a final score of 107-103. This victory marks the Pacers' first win against the Grizzlies this season, giving them a 1-0 lead in the series. The game showcased the resilience of the Pacers, who have struggled recently, while the Grizzlies faced a setback at home.
Over their last ten games, Memphis has a record of 6-4, averaging 118.2 points scored per game while allowing 118.6. However, they have struggled in their last five games, managing to win only once, with an average of 125.4 points scored and 112.0 points allowed.
In contrast, the Pacers have faced significant challenges this season, with a 3-6 record overall and a worrying streak of five consecutive losses. Their recent form has seen them average 110.9 points scored and 116.3 points allowed over their last ten games. Indiana's away record stands at 2-2, but they have struggled significantly in their last five games, failing to secure a win.
Historically, the Grizzlies have had the upper hand in previous meetings with the Pacers, winning both encounters earlier this season. In their last matchup on March 1, 2026, the Grizzlies triumphed with a score of 125-106, and they also secured a win on October 26, 2025, by a score of 128-103. However, the Pacers turned the tables in this latest encounter, demonstrating their ability to compete despite their recent struggles.
In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies were without Scotty Pippen Jr., who is out due to a back issue, while Isaiah Stewart was listed as day-to-day with a knee injury. The Pacers, meanwhile, faced a more significant injury crisis, missing key players including Kelly Oubre Jr. (calf), T.J. McConnell (hamstring), Johnny Furphy (knee), Ben Sheppard (knee), and Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring).
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Grizzlies favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 227.5. The odds for the Grizzlies to win straight up were -228, while the Pacers were at +189. The spread reflected the expectations for a competitive game, but the Pacers' performance defied those odds.
The conditions at FedExForum were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter were particularly notable, with Pascal Siakam making crucial shots, including a 17-foot jumper and a 12-foot pullup jump shot, contributing significantly to the Pacers' late-game surge. Zach Edey also played a pivotal role, making key free throws that helped secure the victory.
As the game progressed, the tension mounted, and fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle. The Grizzlies fought hard to close the gap, but the Pacers maintained their composure in the final moments, sealing their win. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of the NBA, where even struggling teams can rise to the occasion and secure a vital victory.
What we said beforehand
The game is set to tip-off on November 5, 2026, at 01:00 UTC. The Grizzlies have been performing well, recently winning four out of their last five games, with their most recent result being a narrow loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, 135-134 in overtime. This loss snapped a four-game winning streak that included victories over teams like the Sacramento Kings and the Portland Trail Blazers.
In contrast, the Indiana Pacers are struggling with a record of 2-6 and have lost their last five games. Their recent performances have seen them fall short against teams such as the Atlanta Hawks and the Miami Heat, with their most recent game resulting in a 108-104 defeat. The Pacers have averaged just 110.9 points per game this season, which is significantly lower than the Grizzlies' scoring average of 118.2 points at home.
The Grizzlies' home performance has been strong, with an average of 125.4 points scored in their last five home games, while allowing 112.0 points. Their overall home record stands at 2-1 this season. On the other hand, the Pacers have struggled on the road, holding a record of 0-6 in away games this season, and their last five away games have seen them average just 106.0 points while allowing 115.0 points.
Historically, the Grizzlies have dominated the recent head-to-head meetings against the Pacers, winning both encounters this season. The most recent meeting took place on March 1, 2026, where the Grizzlies secured a convincing 125-106 victory. The earlier matchup on October 26, 2025, also saw the Grizzlies triumph, winning 128-103 at home.
In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies will be without Scotty Pippen Jr. due to a back issue. The Pacers are facing a more significant challenge with multiple key players out, including Kelly Oubre Jr. (calf), T.J. McConnell (hamstring), Johnny Furphy (knee), Ben Sheppard (knee), and Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring). This could severely impact their ability to compete against a strong Grizzlies team.
The betting lines from DraftKings reflect the Grizzlies' status as favorites, with a spread of -6.5 in their favor. The total points over/under is set at 228.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline shows the Grizzlies at -239.0 and the Pacers at 198.0, further emphasizing the disparity in confidence between the two teams.
As the game approaches, viewers should watch for the Grizzlies' offensive efficiency, particularly from Ty Jerome, who leads the team with an impressive average of 28.2 points per game. His performance will be crucial in capitalizing on the Pacers' defensive struggles. For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam, averaging 21.4 points and 7.4 rebounds, will need to step up to provide some offensive firepower in the absence of several teammates. Overall, this matchup presents a compelling narrative of a strong home team facing a struggling visitor, setting the stage for an intriguing contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MEM -5.5 | 227.5 o -115 / u -105 | Indiana Pacers +189 · Memphis Grizzlies -228 |
Injury report
- Isaiah StewartDay-To-DayKneeMemphis Grizzlies
- Scotty Pippen Jr.OutBackMemphis Grizzlies
- Kelly Oubre Jr.OutCalfIndiana Pacers
- T.J. McConnellOutHamstringIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
- Ben SheppardOutKneeIndiana Pacers
- Tyrese HaliburtonOutHamstringIndiana Pacers
Leaders
- PointsCedric Coward23Memphis Grizzlies
- AssistsCam Spencer9Memphis Grizzlies
- ReboundsZach Edey13Memphis Grizzlies
- PointsAndrew Nembhard22Indiana Pacers
- AssistsAndrew Nembhard5Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsJarace Walker8Indiana Pacers
Recent form
Memphis Grizzlies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L1118.2 scored · 118.6 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L134-135vs New Orleans PelicansNov 3
- W136-105vs Sacramento KingsNov 1
- W124-103at Portland Trail BlazersOct 30
- W110-105at Utah JazzOct 27
- W123-112at Sacramento KingsOct 26
- W111-108at Golden State WarriorsOct 24
- W123-103vs Utah JazzOct 22
- L101-132at Houston RocketsApr 13
- L101-147at Utah JazzApr 11
- L119-136at Denver NuggetsApr 9
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L5110.9 scored · 116.3 allowed per game2-2 away
- L104-108vs Atlanta HawksNov 3
- L90-98vs Brooklyn NetsNov 1
- L125-145at Miami HeatOct 31
- L109-114vs Philadelphia 76ersOct 28
- L102-110at Milwaukee BucksOct 27
- W136-109at Brooklyn NetsOct 25
- L105-121vs Dallas MavericksOct 23
- W123-120at New Orleans PelicansOct 22
- L121-133vs Detroit PistonsApr 12
- L94-105vs Philadelphia 76ersApr 10
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 2 | L1 | .750 | 6 |
| Cleveland | 1.5 | 3 | L1 | .571 | 4 |
| Indiana | 3.5 | 6 | W1 | .333 | 3 |
| Chicago | 5 | 7 | L6 | .125 | 1 |
| Milwaukee | 5 | 7 | L4 | .125 | 1 |
| Houston | - | 1 | W2 | .875 | 7 |
| Memphis | 1 | 2 | L2 | .750 | 6 |
| San Antonio | 1.5 | 2 | W5 | .714 | 5 |
| Dallas | 2.5 | 3 | L1 | .571 | 4 |
| New Orleans | 3.5 | 4 | W3 | .429 | 3 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Pacers | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 40-88 | 41-91 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 12-37 | 12-44 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 27 |
| Free throws | 15-17 | 9-15 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 35 |
| Assists | 23 | 28 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 54 |
| Fouls | 16 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 39 | 48 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter67-68Andrew Nembhard makes 2-foot two point shot (Quenton Jackson assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-70Jerami Grant makes 16-foot jumper (Cedric Coward assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-70Jalen Slawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-70Jalen Slawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-70Obi Toppin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Slawson assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-72Quinten Post makes layup (Jerami Grant assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-72Quenton Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-72Quenton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-74Jerami Grant makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Cam Spencer assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-76Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter76-76Andrew Nembhard makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter76-79Cam Spencer makes 25-foot three pointer (Cedric Coward assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-82Jerami Grant makes 23-foot running jump shot (Olivier-Maxence Prosper assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-82Andrew Nembhard makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter80-82Andrew Nembhard makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter82-82Aaron Nesmith makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter84-82Pascal Siakam makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter84-84Ty Jerome makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter86-84Jarace Walker makes 1-foot layup (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter86-87Kris Murray makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cameron Boozer assists)
- 4th Quarter86-88Zach Edey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-91Cedric Coward makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Cam Spencer assists)
- 4th Quarter88-91Quenton Jackson makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter89-91Obi Toppin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-91Obi Toppin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-91Obi Toppin makes 1-foot dunk (Quenton Jackson assists)
- 4th Quarter94-91Obi Toppin makes running dunk (Jarace Walker assists)
- 4th Quarter94-93Zach Edey makes 2-foot dunk (Cameron Boozer assists)
- 4th Quarter97-93Quenton Jackson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter97-95Cedric Coward makes driving layup (Jaylen Wells assists)
- 4th Quarter99-95Larry Nance Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter99-96Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-96Pascal Siakam makes 17-foot jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter101-97Zach Edey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-98Zach Edey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-98Pascal Siakam makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter104-98Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter104-101Cameron Boozer makes 25-foot three pointer (Ty Jerome assists)
- 4th Quarter104-103Ty Jerome makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Zach Edey assists)
- 4th Quarter107-103Aaron Nesmith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Memphis Grizzlies, below favours Indiana Pacers.
Venue
- FedExForumMemphis, TN
- Attendance13464
- OfficialsBen Taylor, Mousa Dagher, Agon Abazi
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