Memphis vs Pacers Prediction 5 November 2026

Memphis Grizzlies have been one of the early surprises of the season, opening with six straight wins. That run ended with a 135-134 overtime loss to the Pelicans, but one narrow defeat does little to change the bigger picture: Memphis Grizzlies are still playing excellent basketball. They lead the league in scoring at 121.2 points per game and are shooting an elite 41.6% from three-point range. Their offence looks well placed to deliver again in this match-up.

The roster is packed with young players, and there were initial concerns that they might struggle to gel. Instead, Memphis Grizzlies have shown impressive cohesion. Their work rate, combined with a simple but effective approach, is paying off. Whether they can sustain it all season remains to be seen, but they have every chance of another win against an Indiana Pacers team in a slump. The hosts could also dominate the glass: they average nearly 50 rebounds per game, the best mark in the league.

Indiana's start to the season has been difficult. They have won just two of their eight games, both of them early on, and have since lost five in a row. They recently fell to Atlanta (100-108), having previously lost to Brooklyn (90-98). The visitors have struggled badly on offence, averaging 112.9 points per game. For a team playing at the eighth-fastest pace, that is a low return. They are also leaving points at the free-throw line, shooting just 72.6% - one of the league's worst marks.

Another defeat is a real possibility. Indiana have also struggled defensively, conceding 116.7 points per game on average. Against the league's best offence right now, the Pacers are likely to face another tough test. Rebounding could be an issue, too: they have size and mobility, but have yet to find cohesion. Their chances of winning look slim.