Memphis Grizzlies travel to Miami on February 21 with several regular players unavailable. The team has adjusted its rotation in recent games, with more responsibility on its guards and wings.
Miami Heat are in better shape. Most of its main players are expected to be available. The game tips off at 8:00 p.m. ET at Kaseya Center.
Memphis Grizzlies injury report and rotation impact vs Miami Heat (February 21, 2026)
Ja Morant is out with a left elbow UCL sprain and is expected to miss time. Zach Edey, Santi Aldama, Brandon Clarke, Cedric Coward, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are also out.
Kyle Anderson and Walter Clayton Jr. are listed as questionable.
Memphis will rely on Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane for scoring.
Vince Williams Jr. , Cam Spencer, and Ty Jerome are expected to handle more minutes in the backcourt. G. G. Jackson and Jaylen Wells should see increased time on the wing.
Miami Heat injury report and expected lineup vs Memphis Grizzlies (February 21, 2026)
Terry Rozier is not with the team. Tyler Herro and Norman Powell are listed as probable. Nikola Jovic and Dru Smith are questionable. Davion Mitchell is doubtful due to illness.
If Herro and Powell play, Miami will have its main scoring options available.
Pelle Larsson, Trevor Keels, and Kasparas Jakucionis are depth options.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Miami Heat Earlier meeting this season
The teams last played on October 24. Miami won 146-114. The Heat shot over 51 percent from the field and 41 percent from three-point range.
Memphis struggled to defend both the perimeter and transition in that game.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Miami Heat Team stats comparison (2025-26 season)
|
Category |
Memphis Grizzlies |
Miami Heat |
|
Points per game |
123. 3 |
133. 5 |
|
Rebounds per game |
43. 0 |
52. 0 |
|
Assists per game |
26. 7 |
30. 0 |
|
Steals per game |
6. 33 |
12. 00 |
|
Blocks per game |
6. 67 |
4. 00 |
|
FG% |
45. 22% |
51. 30% |
|
3-Point % |
32. 23% |
41. 33% |
|
Free-throw % |
82. 52% |
77. 55% |
Miami has the edge in shooting, rebounding, and assists. Memphis has been less consistent on defense with its current injuries.
Key players in focus in tonight’s Memphis Grizzlies vs Miami Heat game (February 21, 2026)
Jaren Jackson Jr. will handle a large role for Memphis on both ends.
Desmond Bane will run the offense and look to score. Cam Spencer and Ty Jerome will need to manage possessions and spacing. G. G. Jackson will have a bigger role in the frontcourt.
For Miami, Tyler Herro is the main scoring option if available. Bam Adebayo will handle defense and interior play. Norman Powell provides scoring off the bench. Davion Mitchell, if available, helps with ball movement and defense.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Miami Heat Matchup outlook (February 21, 2026)
Miami is favored by around 10.5 points, with the total near 235.
The Heat have an advantage inside and on the boards. Memphis will need to rely on pace and outside shooting to stay in the game. If their shots fall, they can keep it close. Otherwise, Miami has the depth to control the result.
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