The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, March 10, at 6:00 p.m. CST at the XFinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This game marks the second regular-season meeting between these teams, following the Sixers’ 139-136 victory on December 30. Fans can watch the game on FanDuel Sports Network Southeast for Memphis viewers and NBC Sports Philadelphia, with radio coverage on 92.9 FM ESPN Radio/680 AM in Memphis and 97.5 FM The Fanatic in Philadelphia.
Historically, the Grizzlies hold a 27-30 record against the Sixers in regular-season matchups, including a 17-13 advantage at home and 10-17 on the road. In the current 2024-2025 season, Memphis has already secured a 2-0 lead against Philadelphia, improving on their split series from the previous season.
Projected Starting Lineups for Both Teams
Memphis is expected to start Javon Small and Cam Spencer in the guard positions, Olivier-Maxence Prosper at center, with Jaylen Wells and GG Jackson filling the forward spots. Philadelphia’s starting five will likely include guards Cameron Payne and Quentin Grimes, center Adem Bona, and forwards Kelly Oubre and Dominick Barlow.
Detailed Injury Status for Memphis Grizzlies Players
The Grizzlies are dealing with several injuries impacting key players. Cedric Coward, Taylor Hendricks, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr. are all listed as day-to-day due to knee, thumb, calf, and toe issues, respectively. Santi Aldama remains out while managing a knee injury, and Taj Gibson is sidelined for reconditioning. Notably, Ja Morant is out with an elbow injury. Other absences include Zach Edey with an ankle injury, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope with a finger issue, and Brandon Clarke due to a calf injury. Javon Small, Rayan Rupert, and Jahmai Mashack remain available on two-way contracts.
Injury Update on Philadelphia 76ers Players
Philadelphia faces its own injury challenges, with Tyrese Maxey out due to a finger injury, VJ Edgecombe sidelined by back issues, Joel Embiid dealing with an oblique injury, and Johnni Broome unable to play with a knee problem. Tyrese Martin, Dalen Terry, and MarJon Beauchamp are available, all on two-way contracts associated with the G League.
Game Betting Information and Odds
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the betting spread has the Grizzlies as +4.5 underdogs with odds at -108, while the Sixers are favored at -4.5 with -112 odds. The moneyline favors Philadelphia at -188 and positions Memphis as the underdog at +158. The predicted total points scored for the game is set at 228.5, with equal odds for over and under at -110. These odds are subject to change as game day approaches, and responsible betting is advised.
Coach’s Perspective on Team Performance
After a recent loss to the Brooklyn Nets, Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo offered insight into the team’s difficulties:
“We weren’t really able to break down their defense the way they were able to get us into rotation and into close-out situations and that leads, then, to tougher rebounds and, overall, a lot of close-outs and I think this was the biggest difference.”
?Tuomas Iisalo, Head Coach
Looking Ahead: Implications for Memphis
With significant injuries affecting key contributors like Ja Morant and Brandon Clarke, the Grizzlies face challenges in maintaining their recent success against the Sixers this season. The status of day-to-day players will be critical in shaping the outcome tonight’s game. A win could further solidify Memphis’s confidence in the season series, while another loss may highlight the depth concerns within their roster as they aim to close the gap in the standings.
