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Rockets vs. Grizzlies: Key Injuries and Playoff Implications

4/11/2026

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The Houston Rockets will face the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday at 8:30 p.m. EDT.
The Rockets sit fifth in the Western Conference after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves despite Amen Thompson scoring 41 points.
Houston leads the Western Conference in rebounding, averaging 47.9 boards per game.
Memphis ranks 12th in the Western Conference, yielding 120.5 points per game.
Both teams have injuries, with Fred VanVleet and Ja Morant out for the season.

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Story summary

The Houston Rockets will face the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday at 8:30 p.m. EDT.
The Rockets sit fifth in the Western Conference after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves despite Amen Thompson scoring 41 points.
Houston leads the Western Conference in rebounding, averaging 47.9 boards per game.
Memphis ranks 12th in the Western Conference, yielding 120.5 points per game.
Both teams have injuries, with Fred VanVleet and Ja Morant out for the season.