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Los Angeles Lakers vs Memphis Grizzlies predictions, Jan 04, 2026

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As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to host the Memphis Grizzlies on January 4, 2026, both teams come into the matchup with similar recent fortunes, each securing victory in 2 of their last 5 contests. The Lakers, with a home advantage, have been strong performers at the Staples Center, with bookmakers favoring them at odds of 1.43 compared to the Grizzlies’ 2.9.

L.A.’s tactical approach often revolves around their dynamic offensive plays, which maximizes their scoring opportunities. With a predicted final score of 123-117 in favor of the Lakers, the model indicates a 67.7% likelihood of a home win, suggesting that their offensive depth could exploit Memphis’s defensive lapses. The Grizzlies, known for their gritty style and resilience, will aim to counter this with a strong defensive game and quick transition plays to catch the Lakers off guard.

Despite their equal records in recent performances, the Lakers’ home-court strength may prove pivotal in this matchup. However, as with any sporting event, unexpected outcomes are always on the table, making this a clash that could go either way.

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LA Lakers
67.9%		 Memphis
32.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 124:117

Outrights of NBA Los Angeles Lakers: 3.74% Memphis Grizzlies: 0.09%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.42 2.85
1.39 3.32
1.4 2.9
1.46 2.89
1.38 3.05

Latest Results

02.01.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Memphis Grizzlies – 128:121
30.12.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Detroit Pistons – 106:128
28.12.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Sacramento Kings – 125:101
25.12.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Houston Rockets – 96:119
23.12.25 Phoenix Suns – Los Angeles Lakers – 132:108		 02.01.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Memphis Grizzlies – 128:121
30.12.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Philadelphia 76ers – 136:139 OT
28.12.25 Washington Wizards – Memphis Grizzlies – 116:112
26.12.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Milwaukee Bucks – 125:104
23.12.25 Utah Jazz – Memphis Grizzlies – 128:137

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 10 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Promotion ~ Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, LA Lakers won 5.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Recently, LA Lakers has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, LA Lakers is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, LA Lakers won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 2328:2272. (average 116.4:113.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, LA Lakers won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 1275:1206. (average 115.9:109.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Memphis Grizzlies – 128:121
    31.10.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Los Angeles Lakers – 112:117
    29.03.25 Memphis Grizzlies – Los Angeles Lakers – 127:134
    15.12.24 Los Angeles Lakers – Memphis Grizzlies – 116:110
    13.11.24 Los Angeles Lakers – Memphis Grizzlies – 128:123

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 35 30 5 4284:3750 0.857
    2 San Antonio Spurs 35 25 10 4191:3996 0.714
    3 Houston Rockets 31 21 10 3736:3455 0.677
    4 Denver Nuggets 34 23 11 4237:4007 0.676
    5 Los Angeles Lakers 32 21 11 3750:3756 0.656
    6 Minnesota Timberwolves 35 22 13 4163:4011 0.629
    7 Phoenix Suns 34 20 14 3926:3856 0.588
    8 Golden State Warriors 35 18 17 4024:3988 0.514
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 36 16 20 4187:4307 0.444
    10 Memphis Grizzlies 34 15 19 3945:3974 0.441
    11 Los Angeles Clippers 33 12 21 3706:3749 0.364
    12 Utah Jazz 33 12 21 3955:4186 0.364
    13 Dallas Mavericks 35 12 23 3975:4125 0.343
    14 Sacramento Kings 35 8 27 3872:4286 0.229
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 36 8 28 4155:4431 0.222

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 34 25 9 4043:3836 0.735
    2 New York Knicks 35 23 12 4216:4024 0.657
    3 Boston Celtics 33 21 12 3861:3650 0.636
    4 Toronto Raptors 36 21 15 4118:4055 0.583
    5 Philadelphia 76ers 33 19 14 3862:3832 0.576
    6 Cleveland Cavaliers 36 20 16 4300:4208 0.556
    7 Miami Heat 35 19 16 4225:4116 0.543
    8 Orlando Magic 35 19 16 4079:4029 0.543
    9 Chicago Bulls 35 17 18 4139:4262 0.486
    10 Atlanta Hawks 37 17 20 4402:4437 0.459
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 35 15 20 3965:4061 0.429
    12 Charlotte Hornets 35 12 23 4054:4146 0.343
    13 Brooklyn Nets 32 10 22 3485:3656 0.313
    14 Washington Wizards 33 9 24 3741:4088 0.273
    15 Indiana Pacers 35 6 29 3855:4174 0.171

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.05 (41.92%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 9.25 (9.29%)

    3. New York Knicks: 12.5 (6.87%)

    4. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.61%)

    5. Houston Rockets: 14.5 (5.93%)

    6. Cleveland Cavaliers: 20 (4.3%)

    7. Detroit Pistons: 22 (3.91%)

    8. Los Angeles Lakers: 23 (3.74%)

    9. Boston Celtics: 24.5 (3.51%)

    10. Golden State Warriors: 32.5 (2.64%)

    11. Minnesota Timberwolves: 33.5 (2.57%)

    12. Orlando Magic: 38.5 (2.23%)

    13. Philadelphia 76ers: 53.5 (1.61%)

    14. Atlanta Hawks: 78.5 (1.09%)

    15. Miami Heat: 84 (1.02%)

    16. Los Angeles Clippers: 126 (0.68%)

    17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)

    18. Milwaukee Bucks: 176 (0.49%)

    19. Dallas Mavericks: 501 (0.17%)

    20. Phoenix Suns: 626 (0.14%)

    21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.11%)

    22. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Portland Trail Blazers: 1126 (0.08%)

    25. Charlotte Hornets: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. Washington Wizards: 1501 (0.06%)

    27. Brooklyn Nets: 1501 (0.06%)

    28. Utah Jazz: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)

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