The Memphis Grizzlies are at home on Friday night as they host the Utah Jazz in a Western Conference matchup.
Memphis enters Friday’s game with an 11-13 record after defeating the Portland Trail Blazers at home on Sunday.
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Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (7).© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
In Sunday’s victory over the Trail Blazers, Santi Aldama led the way for the Grizzlies as he recorded 22 points and seven rebounds off the bench while Jaylen Wells added 16 points and five rebounds of his own.
Now Memphis will try to grab another victory at home on Friday night as they host a struggling Jazz team.
On the other side, Utah enters Friday’s contest with an 8-15 record after losing at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.
Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski (22) fouls out and walks past Utah head coach Will Hardy.© Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
Kyle Filipowski led the way for the Jazz in Sunday’s loss as he ended the game with 21 points and 10 rebounds while Walter Clayton Jr. recorded 20 points and nine assists off the bench.
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While both teams are looking to pick up another victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Jazz Injury Report, Will Lauri Markkanen Play?
For the Jazz, they have two players listed on their injury report, though the good news for Utah is that Lauri Markkanen is not one of them.
Lauri Markkanen, Utah JazzChris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports
Of course, Markkanen missed Sunday’s loss to the Thunder due to an illness but he will return on Friday against the Grizzlies where he should have a large role.
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While Markkanen will return, the Jazz will be without both Walker Kessler and Georges Niang as they continue to be sidelined due to injuries.
Grizzlies Injury Report, Will Ja Morant, Zach Edey Play?
On the other side, the Grizzlies have seven players listed on their injury report, including both Ja Morant and Zach Edey.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12).© Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Memphis has listed Morant as probable due to a left calf strain and he is expected to return from a 10-game absence.
This is massive news for the Grizzlies as they will be getting back one of their top players as they seek their 12th victory of the season.
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The Grizzlies have ruled out Zach Edey due to a stress reaction in his left ankle that is expected to sideline him at least four weeks.
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14)© Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
With Edey sidelined, Aldama and Jock Landale could be in line for larger roles moving forward.
Memphis has also ruled out Brandon Clarke, Ty Jerome, John Konchar, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Javon Small as they all remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Fans can catch Friday night’s matchup between the Jazz and Grizzlies from Memphis at 8:00 p.m. EST.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 12, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.