Oklahoma City enters Friday’s game with a 31-7 record after defeating the Utah Jazz at home in overtime on Wednesday night.
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In Wednesday’s victory over the Jazz, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way for the Thunder as he recorded 46 points, six rebounds and six assists while Chet Holmgren added 23 points and 12 rebounds of his own.
Now Oklahoma City will try to grab another victory on Friday as they face off against the Grizzlies in a tough road matchup.
On the other side, Memphis enters Friday’s contest with a 16-21 record after losing at home to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.
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Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13)© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way for the Grizzlies in Wednesday’s loss as he ended the game with 19 points and four rebounds while Cam Spencer recorded 14 points and five assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Thunder Injury Report, Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren Play?
For the Thunder, they have eight players listed on their injury report, including both Shai and Holmgren.
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Oklahoma City has ruled out Shai due to an ankle sprain as he will miss his first game since December 7.
With Shai sidelined, Ajay Mitchell Isaiah Joe could both be in line for increased roles against the Grizzlies.
The Thunder have also ruled out Holmgren due to bilateral shins soreness as he will miss his first game since December 22.
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7)Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
With Holmgren sidelined, Branden Carlson may have a larger role, especially with Isaiah Hartenstein still sidelined with a soleus strain.
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Cason Wallace has also been ruled out due to toe soreness while Jaylin Williams, Nikola Topic and Thomas Sorber remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Alex Caruso has been listed as questionable due to back soreness and he is in danger of missing his third consecutive contest.
Grizzlies Injury Report, Will Ja Morant, Cedric Coward Play?
On the other side, the Grizzlies have eight players listed on their injury report, including both Ja Morant and Cedric Coward.
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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12)© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Memphis has ruled out Morant due to a right calf contusion as he will miss his fourth consecutive game.
With Morant still sidelined, Spencer could be in line for another start, especially with Vince Williams Jr. being listed as questionable with left patellar tendinitis.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (23)Wesley Hale-Imagn Images
The Grizzlies have listed Coward as questionable due to a left ankle sprain while John Konchar is doubtful due to recovery from UCL surgery.
Zach Edey, Brandon Clarke, Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr. have all been ruled out as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.
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Fans can catch Friday night’s matchup between the Thunder and Grizzlies from Memphis at 8:00 p.m. EST on NBA TV.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 9, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.