Memphis Grizzlies @ New Orleans Pelicans: Dec 21, 2026

Updated
Regular Season
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
3-0 · Away
8:00 PM ET
Scheduled
Monday, December 21, 2026
New Orleans PelicansPelicans
0-3 · Home

Grizzlies vs Pelicans tips off at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) on Monday, December 21, 2026 at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans. TV: Gray Media (Tennessee Valley SEN) (Grizzlies), Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (Pelicans).

How to Watch Grizzlies vs Pelicans: Time, TV & Stream

Date & time
Monday, December 21, 20268:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Watch on
Local TV onlyLocal: Grizzlies Gray Media (Tennessee Valley SEN) · Pelicans Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
Stream
NBA League PassGrizzlies: DAZN · Pelicans: Pelicans+
Arena
Smoothie King CenterNew Orleans

League Pass carries this game outside both teams' markets; inside them it is on the local channel or stream. Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: NBA League Pass Canada.

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Injury Report

PlayerTeamPosStatusInjurySince
Cedric CowardGrizzliesG-FDay-To-DayWristOct 22, 2026
Yves MissiPelicansCDay-To-DayKneeOct 23, 2026

Status as of 8:00 PM ET, Oct 24. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.

Key Players

Grizzlies

Pelicans

Season averages, top three scorers per team.

Grizzlies vs Pelicans Preview

The Grizzlies are 3-0 this season, while the Pelicans are 0-3 this season.

They split last season's series 2-2. The Grizzlies rank 7th in opponent points, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Ty Jerome (34.7 points per game) and Zion Williamson (20.7 points per game).

Grizzlies vs Pelicans Head-to-Head

2026-27 season seriesFirst meeting this season
2025-26 season seriesSeries tied 2-2

Previous meetings

Grizzlies vs Pelicans Season Stats 2026-27

Grizzlies 3 GPPelicans 3 GP
119.0#9
Points per game
124.7#3
107.7#7
Opponent points
128.0#28
46.0%#15
Field goal %
47.8%#8
38.1%#7
Three-point %
30.9%#22
80.5%#9
Free throw %
86.2%#3
52.0#2
Rebounds
45.7#11
24.7#18
Assists
24.7#18
7.0#25
Steals
11.7#4
6.7#6
Blocks
5.3#13
16.7#19
Turnovers
15.7#16

Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.

Standings Context

Western Conference

#TeamW-LGB
1Timberwolves3-0–
2Lakers3-0–
3Grizzlies3-0–
4Thunder3-0–
5Rockets3-0–
11Mavericks1-22.0
12Jazz1-22.0
13Pelicans0-33.0
14Warriors0-33.0
15Kings0-33.0

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Grizzlies vs Pelicans FAQs

What time does Grizzlies vs Pelicans start?

The Memphis Grizzlies play the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, December 21, 2026 at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Tip-off is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).

What channel is Grizzlies vs Pelicans on?

Local TV: Gray Media (Tennessee Valley SEN) (Grizzlies), Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (Pelicans). Out-of-market fans can stream it on NBA League Pass.

What are the Grizzlies and Pelicans records?

Going into this game the Grizzlies were 3-0 and the Pelicans were 0-3 this season.

Who is injured for Grizzlies vs Pelicans?

As of 8:00 PM ET, Oct 24: Cedric Coward (Grizzlies, day-to-day, wrist); Yves Missi (Pelicans, day-to-day, knee).

How did Grizzlies vs Pelicans go last season?

The regular-season series was split 2-2 in 2025-26.

Who won the last Grizzlies vs Pelicans game?

The Pelicans beat the Grizzlies 114-106 on Jan 30, 2026 at home.

Where is Grizzlies vs Pelicans being played?

At Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, the home arena of the New Orleans Pelicans.

Is Grizzlies vs Pelicans on NBA League Pass?

Yes, outside the Grizzlies and Pelicans markets. Inside them the game is on the local channel and the team's streaming service (Pelicans+ for Pelicans fans). Outside the US, NBA League Pass International carries every game.