The Memphis Grizzlies look to keep momentum rolling as they face an increasingly desperate Los Angeles Clippers team Monday night. Memphis enters on a strong stretch after missing key players, while LA continues struggling through one of its worst seasons in franchise history.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Grizzlies Record: 11-14 entering Monday’s matchup, improving form despite injuries
- Clippers Record: 6-19, second-worst in Western Conference with three-game losing streak
- Game Time: Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:30 PM ET at Intuit Dome
- Head-to-Head: Grizzlies won last two meetings, including 107-98 victory December 5
Memphis Momentum Against LA Struggles
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The Grizzlies have shown remarkable resilience despite significant injuries this season. With Ja Morant returning Friday after missing 10 games with a calf injury, Memphis has won seven of its last nine contests. Coach Tuomas Iisalo praised Morant’s offensive performance in his comeback, noting the team was carefully managing his workload.
Zach Edey, the team’s defensive anchor and rebounding force, remains sidelined with an ankle injury expected to keep him out roughly a month. Without their 7-footer, the Grizzlies have adjusted by starting Santi Aldama at center and establishing strong second-unit contributions from Cedric Coward.
Clippers Facing Franchise Crisis on Road
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The LA Clippers have endured a nightmare stretch, sitting at 6-19—their worst record this far into a season. The team just completed a brutal road trip with 12 of 14 games away from home, going 3-11. Monday’s game begins a stretch where the Clippers play eight of their next 10 at home, a potential opportunity to stabilize.
Despite individual talent including James Harden (averaging 22+ points) and Ivica Zubac (who torched the Rockets with 33 points on 13-of-14 shooting), Los Angeles has struggled with late-game execution. The Clippers lost 115-113 to Houston Thursday, marking their third straight defeat. Guard Kris Dunn said the team simply needs to “make one more play” late in games.
Key Matchup Factors to Monitor
| Factor | Memphis | LA Clippers |
| Current Record | 11-14 (.440) | 6-19 (.240) |
| Recent Form | 7-2 in last 9 games | 3-11 in last 14 games |
| Key Star Return | Ja Morant back (limited minutes) | James Harden leading effort |
| Critical Loss | Zach Edey (1-month injury) | Kawhi Leonard (limited availability) |
Memphis’ Two-Game Winning Streak Against LA
The Grizzlies defeated the Clippers 107-98 just 10 days ago, with Cedric Coward leading Memphis with 23 points and 14 rebounds. This marked Memphis’ second straight victory over Los Angeles this season, establishing clear momentum in the recent matchup history. The Clippers have failed to consistently match Memphis’ intensity in both contests.
Santi Aldama and Coward have emerged as crucial defenders and rebounders during Edey’s absence, showing the Grizzlies’ depth can sustain them through injury challenges. Whether LA can break this trend depends on early execution and maintaining focus throughout all four quarters.
Can the Clippers Finally Find Answers Against Rising Competition?
The Clippers face a critical test against a team hitting stride at the wrong time for Los Angeles. With only six wins in 25 games, Coach Dave Joerger’s squad desperately needs a convincing victory to spark confidence. Kawhi Leonard and James Harden must deliver consistent two-way basketball, as the team has allowed opponents to control late-game situations repeatedly across their losing streak. Will adjustments take hold Monday night, or will Memphis continue proving itself against struggling competition?
Sources
- ESPN – Game preview and team statistics
- NBA.com – Official league scores and game information
- Sports Illustrated – Betting analysis and injury reports
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