Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, where to watch, and more (January 4, 2026)

The Memphis Grizzlies are back in Los Angeles to face the Los Angeles Lakers on January 4, 2026, just two days after their last meeting. That game ended in a 128-121 Lakers win, and this rematch comes with little rest for either side.Both teams are dealing with injuries, which has shifted the focus to availability and minutes more than matchups. Los Angeles is trying to keep pace near the top of the Western Conference, while Memphis is looking to stop a slide and stay in the playoff mix.Injuries remain a major factor, especially for Memphis, which is waiting on the status of its lead guard.Drew Timme is questionable for the Lakers due to a concussion. Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Javon Small remain unavailable for Memphis due to G League assignments.Los Angeles Lakers enter the night at 21-11 and sits fifth in the West. Memphis Grizzlies are 15-19 and has lost three straight games. In the January 2 matchup, the Lakers pulled away late behind a strong scoring night from Luka Dončić.Dončić is averaging 32 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 9.5 assists. LeBron James continues to provide steady scoring and rebounding at 24 points and 6.5 boards per game. For Memphis, the focus is on Ja Morant, who averages 28 points and 7 assists when available, with Jaren Jackson Jr. carrying a heavy load on defense.The game tips off at 9:30 p.m. ET (6:30 p.m. PT) at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers fans can watch on SportsNet LA, while Grizzlies viewers can tune in on FanDuel Sports Network Southeast Extra. Out-of-market viewers have access through NBA League Pass, Fubo, and YouTube TV. Radio coverage is available on ESPN LA 710 and the Grizzlies Radio Network.The total is set at 240.5 points. The Lakers are favored by roughly 4.5 to 6 points at home.The Lakers have the edge at home and fewer rotation questions. A 130-123 win for Los Angeles fits the current line. Dončić’s scoring over 34.5 points stands out, while Morant’s assist total trends lower if his minutes are limited.