NBA · Final

Grizzlies Edge Pelicans in Close Contest

New Orleans Pelicans0-1

122

Memphis Grizzlies1-0

128

Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · FedExForum

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Who won New Orleans Pelicans vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Memphis Grizzlies beat New Orleans Pelicans 128-122 at FedExForum on October 22, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at FedExForum, the Memphis Grizzlies narrowly defeated the New Orleans Pelicans with a final score of 128 to 122. This victory improves Memphis's record to 2-0 for the season, while New Orleans falls to 0-2. The Grizzlies have now taken a 2-0 lead in their season series against the Pelicans, having previously won their last four encounters.

The Grizzlies entered this game with a recent home record of 1-0, while the Pelicans were looking to bounce back from their opening loss. Memphis's last ten games show a record of 4-6, with an average of 116.8 points scored and 117.6 points allowed. In their last five games, they have shown improvement with a record of 3-2, averaging 119.8 points scored while allowing 111.6. In contrast, New Orleans has struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a seven-game losing streak. They have averaged only 104.7 points scored and allowed 117.6 points during this stretch.

At home, the Grizzlies have a record of 1-4, while the Pelicans have yet to win on the road, holding an 0-4 away record. Historically, Memphis has dominated this matchup, winning all four previous meetings in the current season, including a 139-126 victory earlier in the year.

In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies have 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 is out due to a knee injury. For the Pelicans, Micah Peavy (rest) and Bryce McGowens (toe) are both day-to-day.

The market had Memphis as the favorite, with odds provided by an unnamed source indicating a strong likelihood of a Grizzlies win, reflecting their home advantage and recent form.

The game was characterized by tight scoring, especially in the fourth quarter, where Memphis managed to maintain a slim lead. Key moments included Zion Williamson making a tip shot to bring the score to 120-122, followed by free throws from Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope that extended the Grizzlies' lead. Ja Morant capped off the scoring with two free throws, securing the win for Memphis.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Grizzlies' resilience and ability to close out a tightly contested game, while the Pelicans will need to regroup as they continue to 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
Micah PeavyDay-To-DayRestNew Orleans Pelicans
Bryce McGowensDay-To-DayToeNew Orleans Pelicans

Leaders

PointsJa Morant35Memphis Grizzlies
AssistsJaylen Wells4Memphis Grizzlies
ReboundsJaren Jackson Jr.8Memphis Grizzlies
PointsZion Williamson27New Orleans Pelicans
AssistsZion Williamson5New Orleans Pelicans
ReboundsZion Williamson9New Orleans Pelicans

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

New Orleans Pelicans

Last 10: 2-8Streak L7104.7 scored · 117.6 allowed per game0-4 away

L100-115vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 13
L104-153vs Miami HeatApr 12
L111-136at Milwaukee BucksApr 11
L114-119at Brooklyn NetsApr 8
L107-111vs Milwaukee BucksApr 7
L108-124at Los Angeles LakersApr 5
L98-114at LA ClippersApr 3
W98-94vs Charlotte HornetsMar 30
L95-111vs Golden State WarriorsMar 29
W112-99vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 25

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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	New Orleans Pelicans	Memphis Grizzlies
Field goals	45-98	41-80
Field goal %	46	51
Three-pointers	10-27	11-37
Three-point %	37	30
Free throws	22-31	35-43
Free throw %	71	81
Rebounds	47	39
Offensive rebounds	17	6
Defensive rebounds	30	33
Assists	20	20
Steals	10	5
Blocks	4	12
Turnovers	14	17
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	21
Fast-break points	19	22
Points in the paint	66	56
Fouls	30	29
Largest lead	15	10

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter89-97Jeremiah Fears makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter89-99Jock Landale makes two point shot
4th Quarter91-99Jeremiah Fears makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter92-99Herbert Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-99Herbert Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-99Jeremiah Fears makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter95-102Jaylen Wells makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cam Spencer assists)
4th Quarter98-102Jordan Hawkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Zion Williamson assists)
4th Quarter98-103Jock Landale makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-103Herbert Jones makes 2-foot two point shot (Zion Williamson assists)
4th Quarter100-104Cam Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-106Cedric Coward makes 1-foot dunk (Jaylen Wells assists)
4th Quarter100-109Cam Spencer makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter102-109Trey Murphy III makes 3-foot two point shot (Saddiq Bey assists)
4th Quarter102-111Cedric Coward makes 3-foot two point shot (Cam Spencer assists)
4th Quarter104-111Saddiq Bey makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-111Trey Murphy III makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-111Trey Murphy III makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-111Saddiq Bey makes 1-foot dunk (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter111-111Saddiq Bey makes 25-foot three point shot (Trey Murphy III assists)
4th Quarter113-111Jordan Poole makes 2-foot two point shot (Herbert Jones assists)
4th Quarter113-113Ja Morant makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter113-114Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-115Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-115Zion Williamson makes two point shot
4th Quarter115-116Ja Morant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-118Ja Morant makes two point shot
4th Quarter117-118Zion Williamson makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter117-119Ja Morant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-120Ja Morant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-120Zion Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-122Ja Morant makes 6-foot two point shot (Jaylen Wells assists)
4th Quarter120-122Zion Williamson makes tip shot
4th Quarter120-123Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter120-124Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter122-124Zion Williamson makes tip shot
4th Quarter122-125Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-126Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter122-127Ja Morant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-128Ja Morant makes free throw 2 of 2