Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies: preview and player stats (Dec 23, 2026)

Injury/Illness - Left Knee Injury Management (2026-11-15, NYK@TOR). Prior reporting (2026-11-11): Head coach Darko Rajakovic said Wednesday that Leonard (knee) is doing individual on-court work and is progressing well, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports. The Raptors are expected to provide another update on Leonard's status in about one week, though it's encouraging to see how he's progressed thus far. Collin Murray-Boyles and Ja'Kobe Walter are candidates for increased playing time for as long as Leonard is sidelined.

Injury/Illness - Left Groin Strain (2026-11-15, NYK@TOR).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, NYK@TOR).

Injury/Illness - Right Foot Avulsion Fracture (2026-11-15, NYK@TOR). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Bittle (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Zulfi Sheikh of Sportsnet.ca reports. Bittle is still working his way back from a foot fracture that has plagued him for multiple months, and he remains without a clear return timeline. He can be considered week-to-week for the time being.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-15, NYK@TOR). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): McCullar signed a two-way contract with the Raptors on Thursday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com reports. McCullar quickly finds a new home after being waived by the Knicks in late October. The forward is expected to play a prominent role for Toronto's G League affiliate.

Injury/Illness - Right Hip Soreness (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Jerome (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Wizards. Jerome will miss a second straight matchup while nursing right hip soreness. Cam Spencer could receive another chance to start at point guard in Jerome's absence. The Virginia product's next opportunity to return will arrive Wednesday in Cleveland.

Injury/Illness - Left Ankle Injury Management (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Edey (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against Washington. Edey is in danger of missing a third straight matchup as he works back from a left ankle injury. The team should have another update on his availability as tipoff approaches.

Injury/Illness - Lumbar Disc Herniation (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-10): 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.

Injury/Illness - Left Foot Injury (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Jackson (foot) is out for Monday's game against Washington. The Grizzlies reported Saturday that Jackson suffered a "relatively serious" injury, so it's not a shock that he won't be on the floor for Monday's matchup. However, the team has yet to provide additional clarification on the injury. Jackson can be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game in Cleveland until more information surfaces.

Injury/Illness - Illness (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Stewart is questionable for Monday's game against the Wizards due to an illness. Stewart has started the last two games for Memphis, but he could miss Monday's game due to an illness. If he is unavailable, Taylor Hendricks could see extra minutes.

Injury/Illness - Concussion Protocol (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-15): Post (concussion) is questionable for Monday's game against the Wizards. Post could miss a fourth consecutive game due to a concussion. Zach Edey (ankle) and Isaiah Stewart (illness) have also been deemed questionable, so Taylor Hendricks could see an expanded role.

Injury/Illness - Right Knee Surgery (2026-11-16, MEM@WAS). Prior reporting (2026-11-07): 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.