Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks (Image via Getty) The Milwaukee Bucks visit the Memphis Grizzlies on December 26, 2025, at FedExForum. Both teams come in dealing with injuries and uneven results, which has shaped how this game is expected to play out.Milwaukee is trying to stop a long losing run against Memphis. The Bucks have lost seven straight games in this matchup, and this trip comes without their most important player. That absence has forced changes on both ends of the floor and has left little margin for error, especially on the road.
Milwaukee Bucks’ injury report vs the Memphis Grizzlies (December 26, 2025)
The Milwaukee Bucks will again be without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has missed most of December with a right calf strain. Taurean Prince is also out after neck surgery, further limiting Milwaukee’s frontcourt options.Gary Trent Jr. is questionable with a calf issue. If he cannot play, the scoring burden increases for Kevin Porter Jr., who scored 24 points in his last outing. Without Giannis, Milwaukee has relied more on guard play and transition offense, rather than half-court sets built around size and strength.
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report vs the Milwaukee Bucks (December 26, 2025)
Memphis Grizzlies is missing several rotation players. Vince Williams Jr., John Konchar, Zach Edey, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr. are all out, with Pippen not expected back until mid-January.On top of that, Ja Morant is questionable with an ankle issue, along with Brandon Clarke and Cedric Coward. Their status will matter, as Memphis has leaned heavily on Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane to keep the offense steady during this stretch.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies Records and Recent Form
Milwaukee Bucks is 12-18, sitting fourth in the Central Division and 10th in the Eastern Conference. December has been difficult, with a 2-5 record, though the Bucks recently ended an eight-game road losing streak with a win in Indiana.Memphis Grizzlies is 14-16 and ninth in the West. The Grizzlies have gone 4-2 in December, including a 37-point performance from Santi Aldama that highlighted their ability to score even with a shortened rotation. Both teams continue to play at a fast pace, with Memphis relying on outside shooting and Milwaukee looking to create early offense.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies Head-to-Head and Outlook
Memphis Grizzlies has controlled this series, winning the last seven meetings and averaging 123.7 points per game across the last 10 matchups. Milwaukee Bucks has averaged just under 110 in that span.The Grizzlies are favored by 5.5 points, with the total set around 227.5 to 228. With both teams regularly reaching the 110-point mark despite injuries, the over remains in play. Individual angles include Kevin Porter Jr. pushing past 20 points and Jackson Jr. having a chance at a double-double against a thin Bucks frontcourt.CategoryBucksGrizzlies Record 12-18 14-16 Dec Form 2-5 4-2 Spread +5.5 -5.5 Key Absence Giannis (OUT) Multiple Q?This game comes down to availability and execution. Milwaukee Bucks need clean guard play and steady scoring to stay close without Giannis, while Memphis Grizzlies will look to take advantage of familiarity and home court, even if its lineup is not fully settled. With both teams short-handed, the outcome is likely decided by which side manages rotations better and avoids long scoring droughts late.