The Los Angeles Clippers are at home on Monday night as they host the Memphis Grizzlies in a Western Conference matchup.
Los Angeles enters Monday’s game with a 6-19 record after losing on the road to the Houston Rockets on Thursday night.
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Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40)© Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
In Thursday’s loss to the Rockets, Ivica Zubac led the way for the Clippers as he recorded 33 points and seven rebounds while Kawhi Leonard added 24 points, nine rebounds and four assists of his own.
Now Los Angeles will try to bounce back at home on Monday as they face off against the Grizzlies.
On the other side, Memphis enters Monday’s contest with an 11-14 record after losing at home to the Utah Jazz on Friday night.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (7)© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Santi Aldama led the way for the Grizzlies in Friday’s loss as he ended the game with 22 points and seven rebounds while Ja Morant recorded 21 points, four rebounds and 10 assists in his return from injury.
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While both teams are looking to bounce back and pick up a victory in Monday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Grizzlies Injury Report, Will Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey Play?
For the Grizzlies, they have six players listed on their injury report, including both Brandon Clarke and Zach Edey.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (15)© Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Memphis has upgraded Clarke to doubtful for Monday due to recovery from right knee surgery and while he is not expected to play against the Clippers, it appears as though he is closing in on making his season debut.
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The Grizzlies have ruled out Zach Edey due to a stress reaction in his left ankle which is expected to sideline him for at least three weeks.
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14)© Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
With Edey sidelined, Aldama and Jock Landale will likely continue to have larger roles while Clarke could also have a solid role once he is able to return from injury.
Ty Jerome, John Konchar, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Javon Small have also been ruled out as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.
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Clippers Injury Report, Will James Harden Play?
On the other side, the Clippers have five players listed on their injury report, including star guard James Harden.
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Los Angeles has listed Harden as questionable due to a left calf contusion and he is in danger of missing just his second game of the season.
If Harden is sidelined against the Grizzlies, Bogdan Bogdanovic may draw a start in his place while the Clippers will likely rely on Leonard to carry the load offensively.
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Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum (33)© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Clippers have also listed Nicolas Batum as questionable due to an illness while Bradley Beal, Derrick Jones Jr. and Chris Paul remain sidelined.
Fans can catch Monday night’s matchup between the Grizzlies and Clippers from Los Angeles at 10:30 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 15, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.