Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, where to watch, and more (January 2, 2026)

The Los Angeles Lakers are back at home on January 2, 2026, hosting the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers enter the night at 20-11, while Memphis is 15-18, still trying to stabilize its season in a crowded Western Conference.This is the second meeting between the teams in a short span. Los Angeles won 117-112 in Memphis on October 31, and the clubs will face each other again on January 4. With injuries affecting both sides, this game may come down to which team can better manage minutes and avoid mistakes.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Injury situation (January 2, 2025)

The Lakers have several rotation players listed as questionable. Rui Hachimura is dealing with a calf issue. Gabe Vincent is managing a back problem.

Drew Timme remains in concussion protocol. Austin Reaves is also listed with a calf injury, and Jarred Vanderbilt is questionable with a leg issue. Adou Thiero is the only confirmed absence for Los Angeles and is expected to miss the rest of January with a knee sprain.

Memphis arrives more short-handed. Jaylen Wells, Brandon Clarke, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are all questionable with lower-body injuries. The Grizzlies have already ruled out Vince Williams Jr.,

John Konchar, Zach Edey, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr., leaving their bench thin for a road game.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies Broadcast and streaming details (January 2, 2025)

Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. PT (10:30 p.m. ET). Local television coverage will be on FanDuel Sports Network Southeast–Memphis and Spectrum SportsNet. Fans outside the local markets can stream the game through NBA League Pass, Fubo, or YouTube TV. Radio coverage is available on ESPN LA 710 and the Grizzlies Radio Network.

How both teams match up

Los Angeles shoots the ball well, ranking second in the league at 49.9 percent from the field. Rebounding remains a concern, as the Lakers sit near the bottom of the league at 40.9 rebounds per game. That showed in their recent home loss to Detroit. Luka Doncic continues to carry the offense, averaging 33.5 points per game and setting the tone for a unit ranked seventh overall.Memphis does its best work on the glass, ranking third in rebounds at 46.2 per game, and has played at one of the fastest paces in the league.

Efficiency has been an issue, with the Grizzlies ranking 24th in field goal percentage. Jaren Jackson Jr. leads the team at 18.4 points per game and will be central to slowing down the Lakers’ attack.

What to watch tonight's Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies game and betting context

Doncic’s scoring will test Jackson’s defense, especially if Vanderbilt is limited or unavailable. Reaves’ status matters for Los Angeles Lakers’ guard rotation against Memphis Grizzlies’ transition game. If injuries force lineup changes, bench players could decide key stretches.The Lakers opened as 3.5-point favorites at home, with the total set at 240.5. Los Angeles is favored on the moneyline, but projections suggest Memphis has a chance to keep the game close.