11/05/2025
# Grizzlies Ready to Battle Rockets at FedExForum
# # Opportunity to Bounce Back as Memphis Hosts Houston
**Quick Facts**
- Date: Tonight
- Time: 7:00 PM CT
- TV/Radio: Check your local listings
- Venue: FedExForum
- Home/Away: Home
**Recent Form**
Memphis is looking to right the ship after a tough loss to the Pistons. Sitting at 3-5, the Grizzlies are hunting for momentum and hometown juice on Beale.
Houston enters 4-2 and confident, racking up early wins. The Rockets are building off strong form and looking to keep rolling as visitors.
**Matchup Breakdown**
Memphis needs to set the tone with tight defense and push transition when the chance comes. Winning the rebounding battle is key, especially with injuries taking a toll. Houston brings athleticism and pace. Limiting their run-outs and keeping the ball movement crisp will be the difference.
**Players to Watch**
- Zach Edey (Grizzlies): Out due to injury.
- Key Grizzlies (active): Eyes are on the Memphis backcourt to step up and drive the energy in Edey’s absence.
- Houston’s rising stars: The Rockets have young talent on the attack; Memphis defenders will have their work cut out containing the perimeter.
**What to Expect in Memphis**
The FedExForum crowd always brings a next-level roar, especially when the Grizzlies dig deep. Tonight is about pride and responding after a hard loss. You can count on that 38103 energy pushing the team. Every game on Beale is a Memphis story, and the Grizzlies know the stakes—defending the home court, getting back on track, showing the league what Grind City basketball is all about.
Get in the zone, Memphis. Your Grizzlies are ready to fight for the city.
Photo By Justin Ford, Getty Images
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