Memphis Grizzlies vs Charlotte Hornets: preview and player stats (Nov 23, 2026)

Jerome (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets. Jerome is dealing with right hip soreness and will miss his second game of the season. With the veteran guard joining Scotty Pippen (back) on the inactive list, Cam Spencer figures to see an expanded role. Jerome's next opportunity to play will come Monday at Washington.

Edey (ankle) is listed as out for Saturday's game against the Nets. It will be a second consecutive absence for Edey. His next opportunity to get back on the floor will come Monday in Washington. In the meantime, Isaiah Stewart is in line to remain in the starting lineup.

Pippen (back) remains out for Wednesday's game against Denver, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports. With Pippen set to miss another game, Memphis will continue to operate without one of its backcourt reserves. He has now been sidelined for six straight contests due to the back issue and can be considered week-to-week until Memphis offers an update on his recovery. Cam Spencer remains worth streaming in most fantasy leagues.

Grant (head) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets. Grant will miss the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back set due to a head injury. His absence should open up more opportunities for GG Jackson, Taylor Hendricks and Olivier-Maxence Prosper.

According to Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo, Jackson suffered a "relatively serious" foot injury in Saturday's 129-110 win over Brooklyn, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports. Jackson logged only three minutes versus the Nets before exiting the contest and eventually being ruled out. While "the team will continue to evaluate" his status, it doesn't sound like he will be on the floor Monday in Washington. The 21-year-old has appeared in 12 regular-season games during the 2026-27 campaign, averaging 6.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 15.0 minutes per outing. Assuming Jackson misses time, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Taylor Hendricks could see more minutes.

Post (concussion) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets. Saturday will mark Post's third straight missed game as he remains in the league's concussion protocol. His next chance to play will come Monday at Washington.

Saunders signed a two-way contract with the Grizzlies on Saturday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. Saunders is still on the mend from a torn right ACL that he suffered during his final year at BYU. However, he has been cleared for on-court activities and will be allowed to practice with the Grizzlies now that he's officially signed with the team.

Injury/Illness - Left Hamstring Strain (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-08): Knueppel (hamstring) was diagnosed with a left hamstring strain Sunday and will be re-evaluated in four weeks. Knueppel missed the first eight games of the 2026-27 campaign. He returned for the 114-104 loss to Brooklyn on Wednesday, though he exited the contest after just six minutes of work and didn't return. With Knueppel out of commission for at least a month, Grayson Allen and Sion James are candidates to replace him in the starting lineup, especially with Dennis Schroder (hamstring) sidelined for a minimum of two weeks.

Injury/Illness - Left Hamstring Strain (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC). Prior reporting (2026-11-08): Schroder has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in two weeks, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com reports. Schroder, who missed Friday's game due to what was described as a left thigh injury, has been diagnosed with a hamstring strain. He is set to be reevaluated in two weeks, suggesting he will miss at least the next five games. Christian Anderson and Sion James could see extra minutes with Schroder sidelined.

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, CHA@LAC).