MEM Grizzlies vs. SA Spurs – Coast to Coast Tuesday Game Day Preview: 11.18.2025

Get expert MEM Grizzlies vs. SA Spurs Coast to Coast Tuesday insights for 11.18.2025. Preview odds, injuries, and key matchups before making your NBA picks.

On Tuesday, the Spurs will face a the 4-10 Memphis Grizzlies who are trying to snap a 4 game losing streak. Here's how the injury list looks right now. pic.twitter.com/XecgjXPnyT

— SpursRΞPORTΞR (@SpursReporter) November 17, 2025

When: Nov. 18, 8:00 p.m. ET
Where: Frost Bank Center — San Antonio, TX
TV: NBC / Peacock

Spread: SA Spurs –6.5
O/U: 234.5 points
Moneyline: SA –230 / MEM +190

MEM Grizzlies vs. SA Spurs Game Day Preview

Coast to Coast Tuesday heads to San Antonio, where the SA Spurs (9–4) host the MEM Grizzlies (4–10) in a matchup shaped entirely by injuries and depth challenges. San Antonio enters as 6.5-point favorites despite missing superstar Victor Wembanyama (calf) and rookie playmaker Stephon Castle, while Memphis arrives without Ja Morant and its entire point-guard rotation. Both teams must rely heavily on secondary scorers, making this game a sneaky spot for NBA DFS plays on high-usage veterans.

The Spurs are coming off a strong win over Sacramento behind De’Aaron Fox’s 28 points and 11 assists, showing they can win without Wembanyama’s rim protection and all-around dominance. Memphis, meanwhile, is on a four-game skid with offensive efficiency near the bottom of the league and a heavy workload falling on Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama. For the Grizzlies, injuries, turnovers, and shot creation remain major obstacles as first-year coach Tuomas Iisalo tries to keep the team afloat.

Memphis Grizzlies

2025 Record = 4–10 (3rd Southwest Division)
2025 Road Record = 1–6
StatementGames NBA Power Ranking = 22

The Memphis Grizzlies enter tonight’s game in survival mode. With Ja Morant, Ty Jerome, Javon Small, and Scotty Pippen Jr. all out, Memphis is effectively without a true point guard. Coach Tuomas Iisalo has leaned on players like Jaylen Wells, Cam Spencer, and Vince Williams to bridge the gap, but the offense has struggled — ranking near the bottom of the NBA in scoring and field-goal percentage.

Following their recent 108–100 loss to Cleveland, Iisalo emphasized attitude and resilience: “We know we can do better… we’ve just got to turn this into motivation.” The Grizzlies will need big nights from Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama to stay competitive against a Spurs team that pushes pace and forces rotations. Memphis’ one clear edge is history — they’ve won 17 of their last 19 games against San Antonio — but this version of the roster faces a steep uphill climb.

Memphis Grizzlies next 9 Games:

vs. Mavericks 🐴
vs. Thunder ⚡️
@ Knicks 🗽
@ Celtics ☘️
@ Cavaliers ⚔️
@ Spurs 🏀
vs. Kings 👑
@ Mavericks 🐴
vs. Nuggets ⛏️

Oh boy.. pic.twitter.com/ehx07aXn4z

— GrizzMuse (@GrizzlyMuse) November 6, 2025

San Antonio Spurs

2025 Record = 9–4 (2nd Southwest Division)
2025 Home Record = 7–2
StatementGames NBA Power Ranking = 7

The San Antonio Spurs continue to look like one of the West’s early surprises, posting a 9–4 record despite major injuries. With Victor Wembanyama sidelined for several weeks due to a left calf strain, the Spurs have turned to De’Aaron Fox, Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, and a deeper bench that includes Harrison Barnes and Chris Paul. Fox’s seamless offensive fit has been key, and he delivered 28 points and 11 assists in their last victory.

Head coach Mitch Johnson has taken an intentionally cautious approach regarding Wembanyama’s recovery, stressing the long view: “Calf tightness is not something you take lightly… you just need to be clear on what’s going on out of precaution.” Even without their generational big man, San Antonio’s efficient offense (49.7% FG) and improved defensive identity have kept them competitive. Expect the Spurs to lean on ball movement and veteran stability to secure another home win.

Spurs IR v Grizzlies:
Castle, Harper, McLaughlin, Wembanyama – out

Minix, Jones Garcia – questionable #nba #porvida #SanAntonio pic.twitter.com/OpYlX2JDFm

— JeffGSpursKENS5 (@JeffGSpursZone) November 17, 2025

Grizzlies vs. Spurs Facts

• Memphis is 4–2 ATS in its last six games against San Antonio.
• San Antonio is 7–2 SU in its last nine home games.
• Memphis is 2–9 ATS in its last 11 overall games.

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