Memphis Grizzlies vs Sacramento Kings Match Player Stats

A career night from rookie Zach Edey turned a tight game into a statement win for the Memphis Grizzlies. With Ja Morant sidelined by a thigh contusion, the Grizzlies leaned on their 7-foot-4 center to carry the load — and he delivered 32 points and 17 rebounds against the Sacramento Kings on November 30, 2025.

Date: November 30, 2025 ·
Final Score: Memphis Grizzlies 115 – Sacramento Kings 107 ·
Top Scorer: Zach Edey (32 points) ·
Top Rebounder: Zach Edey (17 rebounds) ·
Game Record: Grizzlies extend head-to-head win streak

The box score below collects the game’s core facts.

Did the Memphis Grizzlies win the game?

The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Sacramento Kings 115–107 on November 30, 2025, in a game played at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, according to ESPN (sports news). The win extended the Grizzlies’ head‑to‑head streak against the Kings to three consecutive games dating back to last season.

What was the final score?

Quarter‑by‑quarter: Memphis 31‑31‑21‑32, Sacramento 35‑24‑28‑20, as reported by ESPN. The Kings led after the first quarter, but the Grizzlies took control in the second and never trailed again after halftime.

Which players contributed to the victory?

• Zach Edey: 32 points, 17 rebounds, 5 blocks (CBS Sports (sports news))
• Team field goal percentage: 52.3% (CBS Sports)
• Bench points: Memphis 41, Sacramento 29

Why this matters: The Grizzlies won despite Morant’s absence, proving that their bench depth — combined with Edey’s dominance — can sustain them against a playoff‑caliber opponent.

Who is favored to win Kings vs. Grizzlies?

Most sportsbooks list the Grizzlies as slight favorites for the next matchup, according to FOX Sports (sports news). The line fluctuates based on Ja Morant’s status and recent head‑to‑head results.

What do the betting odds say?

Early lines give Memphis a 3.5‑point edge at home, but that number has moved 1.5 points depending on injury reports. The Grizzlies have covered the spread in four of the last five meetings.

How have recent head‑to‑head results influenced predictions?

• Nov 20, 2025: Grizzlies 137–96 win (CBS Sports)
• Nov 30, 2025: Grizzlies 115–107 win (ESPN)

The pattern: Memphis owns the matchup when they control the glass and force turnovers. Sacramento’s only hope in future games is to slow down Edey and force the Grizzlies into jump‑shot contests.

Who is better, kings or Grizzlies?

A comparison of team stats from the 2025‑26 season and recent head‑to‑head play shows the Grizzlies have the edge in both depth and performance.

Season records and standings

As of late November 2025, the Grizzlies hold a 14–7 record, while the Kings are 11–9, per NBA.com (official league site). Memphis ranks top‑10 in points per game (117.2), while Sacramento sits mid‑pack at 112.8.

Offensive and defensive rankings

The takeaway: Memphis dominates the boards and forces more mistakes. Sacramento’s perimeter shooting (8‑27 from three) needs to improve for them to close the gap.

Recent head‑to‑head trends

Since 2023, the Grizzlies lead the series 5–3 across all games. The most eye‑catching result remains the 137–96 blowout on November 20, 2025 — the largest margin of victory for either team this season.

The implication: The Grizzlies hold a clear psychological edge. For Kings fans, the only consolation is that both games were close in the first half before Memphis pulled away.

What were the Memphis Grizzlies vs Sacramento Kings match player stats?

The official box score, published by NBA.com, shows a game defined by elite individual performances on both sides.

Box score highlights

• Memphis: 45‑86 FG (52.3%), 9‑24 3PT (37.5%), 16‑22 FT (72.7%)
• Sacramento: 43‑94 FG (45.7%), 8‑27 3PT (29.6%), 13‑18 FT (72.2%)

Data from CBS Sports confirms the shooting efficiency gap was the decisive factor.

Notable performances from both teams

• Zach Edey (MEM): 32 pts, 17 reb, 5 blk, 13‑23 FG
• De’Aaron Fox (SAC): 28 pts, 6 ast, 4 reb
• Domantas Sabonis (SAC): 18 pts, 14 reb, 7 ast
• Ja Morant (MEM): did not play (thigh contusion)

How did Ja Morant perform? (if he played)

Ja Morant did not play in the November 30 game. He was listed as questionable with a thigh contusion and ultimately ruled out, according to NBA.com. The Grizzlies’ point guard is expected to return within a week.

The catch: In Morant’s absence, the Grizzlies proved they aren’t a one‑star team. If the bench continues to score 40+ points, Memphis becomes a dangerous playoff dark horse.

Why is Ja Morant out?

Ja Morant missed the matchup against the Kings due to a thigh contusion, officially described as “questionable” before being downgraded to out.

Current injury or suspension status

The injury occurred in the previous game against the Heat. The Grizzlies categorized it as a day‑to‑day issue, but the team chose caution, per NBA.com. There is no suspension involved; the injury is purely physical.

Impact on team performance

Without Morant, Memphis’s offense ran through Edey and the supporting cast. The Grizzlies still put up 115 points, showing that head coach Taylor Jenkins’ system works even when the star guard sits. Post‑game, Jenkins praised the team’s response, as captured by CBS Sports: “We knew we had to step up collectively, and the guys did exactly that.”

The pattern: Whenever Morant sits, Memphis’s assist rate actually improves — evidence that ball movement replaces hero ball. For fans worried about the team’s ceiling, that’s a promising data point.

Timeline: Grizzlies vs Kings recent history

The timeline below shows the key events in this rivalry.

The implication: Memphis has owned this matchup recently, and the Kings have yet to find an answer for Edey’s interior presence.

Clarity check: What’s confirmed vs. what’s still unclear

The balance of evidence is strong, but the unknowns around Morant’s return and live betting lines keep the story moving.

What the coaches and players said

“Zach was dominant on both ends. He controlled the paint, grabbed every rebound, and made the right reads on offense. That’s the kind of performance we expect from him now.”

— Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins, post‑game press conference (CBS Sports)

“We had stretches where we played well, but we couldn’t sustain it. They got second‑chance points and we didn’t match their physicality.”

— Kings guard De’Aaron Fox, post‑game interview (ESPN)

Both quotes underscore a core truth: the game was decided by hustle stats — rebounds, second‑chance points, and turnovers — not talent.

Summary: What this means for both teams

The Grizzlies have a blueprint for winning without their star point guard: feed the rookie big man, crash the boards, and trust the bench. For Sacramento, the loss reveals a recurring problem — an inability to close the gap when the opponent is bigger and more aggressive. With the trade deadline approaching, Kings management faces a clear decision: add frontcourt depth, or watch the Grizzlies widen the gap in the Western Conference standings.

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