The Golden State Warriors play the Memphis Grizzlies on February 25, 2026, at FedExForum. The game matters for the play-in race in the Western Conference. Golden State is 30-28 and eighth in the standings. Memphis is 21-35 and sits 11th.Both teams are missing several players. That could slow the game down and put more responsibility on role players.
Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Injury report and expected lineups (February 25, 2026)
Golden State Warriors injuries and available players (February 25, 2026)
Golden State Warriors will not have Jimmy Butler III, LJ Cryer, Stephen Curry, De’Anthony Melton, Kristaps Porzingis, and Nate Williams.Draymond Green is listed as questionable with a back issue. His status will affect the team’s defense and passing.Available players include Buddy Hield, Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Moses Moody, and Gary Payton II.
Memphis Grizzlies injuries and available players (February 25, 2026)
Memphis will be without Santi Aldama, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Brandon Clarke, Cedric Coward, Zach Edey, and Ja Morant.Kyle Anderson is questionable with knee tendinitis.Jaren Jackson Jr., Scotty Pippen Jr., Ty Jerome, John Konchar, and GG Jackson are expected to play.
Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Team stats (2025-26 season)
| Stat (Per Game) | Warriors (Rank) | Grizzlies (Rank) |
| Points | 115.5 (24th) | 115.5 (11th) |
| Rebounds | 42.8 (4th) | 44.7 (5th) |
| Assists | 29.1 (3rd) | 28.8 (15th) |
| FG% | 46.1% (1st) | 45.9% (16th) |
| 3PT% | 36.1% (24th) | 35.1% (15th) |
| Opp Points | 113.9 (23rd) | 117.8 (24th) |
Golden State moves the ball well and shoots efficiently. Turnovers are still an issue at 15.7 per game. The team has a +1.7 net rating.Memphis is strong on the boards but has problems on defense, especially from three-point range. The team has a -2.4 net rating.
Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Head-to-head record
The Warriors have won the last two meetings. One of them was a 114-113 game on February 9, 2026. Memphis has been competitive at home, so this game could stay close.
Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Key matchups and prediction (February 25, 2026)
With Curry and Morant out, the focus shifts inside. Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jonathan Kuminga will have a bigger role, especially in scoring and rebounding.Buddy Hield’s shooting could be important against a thin Memphis backcourt. If Draymond Green plays, he will help organize the defense.The Warriors are slight favorites by 2.5 points. Their passing and shooting give them an edge.Prediction: Warriors 112, Grizzlies 108.
