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Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report and Predicted Starting Lineups- Key Injury Concerns Loom Over Grizzlies and Thunder Ahead of Sunday’s Encounter

The Grizzlies are 4-6 in the standings while the Thunder are 9-1.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will visit FedEx Forum to lock horns with the Memphis Grizzlies in a 2025-26 NBA regular season clash on Sunday, November 9. The visitors, who kicked off the season with an unbeaten eight game streak, will head into the game on the back of a commanding win over the Sacramento Kings. They recently lost a game to the Portland Trail Blazers, denting their winning streak, but didn’t take much time to bounce back.

The reigning champions are leading with the league best 9-1 record, and are aiming to continue the same dominance moving ahead. On the other hand, the Memphis Grizzlies ended their four-game losing skid by defeating the Dallas Mavericks in their most recent meeting. Grabbing the tenth spot in the Western Conference standings with a 4-6 tally, the Grizzlies will aim to continue their winning momentum and add more wins to move upwards in the league.

One can expect a thundering clash unfolding at FedEx Forum in Memphis making Sunday exciting for the NBA fans. But, for now, let’s get into the injury reports and predicted starting lineups for both teams.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report

Here is a breakdown of the injury reports and predicted starting lineups for Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.

Memphis Grizzlies Injuries

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Santi Aldama	PF	Shoulder	Questionable
Zach Edey	C	Ankle	Out
Brandon Clarke	C	Knee	Out
Ty Jerome	SG	Calf	Out
Scotty Pippen Jr	PG	Toe	Out

Santi Aldama has been listed as questionable for the game against the Thunder with a shoulder injury.

Zach Edey will be out with an ankle injury.

Brandon Clarke is recovering from an arthroscopic procedure he underwent to address his right knee synovitis. Clarke will be out for a few more weeks.

Ty Jerome is out for at least four weeks with calf strain. He suffered the injury during the Grizzlies’ preseason game against the Miami Heat.

Scotty Pippen Jr is recovering from a sesamoidectomy in his left toe to address discomfort. He is expected to return somewhere in early 2026.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Injuries

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Luguentz Dort	SF	Shoulder	Questionable
Aaron Wiggins	SG	Thigh	Out
Jalen Williams	SF	Wrist	Out
Nikola Topic	PG	Groin	Out
Thomas Sorber	PF	Knee	Out
Kenrich Williams	SG	Knee	Out

Luguentz Dort suffered a shoulder injury during Tuesday’s game against the LA Clippers and was sidelined for Wednesday’s game. He could miss his second straight game on Sunday as the Thunder lock horns with the Grizzlies.

Aaron Wiggins will miss his second consecutive game due to left adductor strain.

Jalen Williams underwent a surgery to repair a torn ligament in right wrist. He is expected to make his season debut in the coming week.

Kenrich Williams could also be in action in the next week. However, Thomas Sorber will be out for the season, while Nikola Topic will return next year.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Predicted Starting Lineups

Memphis Grizzlies: Jaren Jackson Jr, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Jock Landale, Ja Morant, Jaylen Wells

Oklahoma City Thunder: Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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Garima Ranawat

Garima is a sports writer with around two years of experience in Indian sports and a newfound interest in the NBA. Inspired by the leadership of cricketing legend MS Dhoni, she wishes to bring in newer perspectives to the NBA fanatics with her writing.