Houston Rockets vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Stream, lineups, injury reports, broadcast (4/12)

Q: What is the current record of the Houston Rockets before the game against the Grizzlies?

The Houston Rockets have a record of 51-30 before their game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Q: Why are the Houston Rockets resting their starters in the game against the Grizzlies?

The Rockets are resting their starters as they have already secured their playoff position and have nothing significant at stake in the game.

Q: What is the playoff status of the Memphis Grizzlies for the current season?

The Memphis Grizzlies have been eliminated from playoff contention for the current season.

Q: How have the Houston Rockets performed in their last 10 games before facing the Grizzlies?

The Houston Rockets have performed well, with an 8-2 record in their last 10 games before facing the Memphis Grizzlies.

On Sunday night the Houston Rockets will host the Memphis Grizzlies in game that many will likely forget after it's done. The 51-30 Rockets are preparing for the playoffs and are sitting almost their entire starting lineup from their previous game, which was a 136-132 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Since the Rockets lost the season series against the Los Angeles Lakers — who sit one game ahead of them in the Western Conference standings — and are three games ahead of the T-Wolves, they have nothing at stake on Sunday except a better final record. The Grizzlies arguably have even less on the line, as they were eliminated from playoff contention long ago.

Records, standing, and streaks

Right now the Rockets are 51-30 overall and 8-2 in their last 10 contests. They sit in fifth place in the West and will finish the regular season there.

Mar 27, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) dunks during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

As for the Grizzlies, they're a rough 25-56 and have lost seven games in a row. They (and they're fans) are certainly ready for an injury-riddled season to end.

What happened in the last game for each team?

Houston had an eight-game winning streak snapped by Minnesota on Friday night at the Toyota Center.

Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Meanwhile, Memphis was embarrassed in Salt Lake City on Friday. The Grizzlies were blown out 147-101 by the lowly Utah Jazz, who are also far from contention.

Injuries

For Houston, Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr., and Amen Thompson are all out due to rest. Steven Adams (left ankle) and Fred VanVleet (ACL repair) are out as well and won't return this season.

Apr 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) splits the defense of Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) and Houston Rockets guard (19) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

For Memphis, essentially the whole team is out. Ja Morant (left elbow), Jaylen Wells (right great toe), Scotty Pippen Jr. (right great toe), Ty Jerome (left ankle), GG Jackson (left knee), Taylor Hendricks (right thumb), Zach Edey (left ankle and elbow), Cedric Coward (low back), Brandon Clarke (right calf), Santi Aldama (right knee), and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (finger surgery recovery) are all out. Adama Bal (right ankle), Walter Clayton Jr. (left hip), and Olivier-Maxence Prosper (right ankle) are currently questionable. Jahmai Mashack (nasal fracture) was upgraded to available.