Wednesday night at FedExForum brings the Utah Jazz to Memphis, TN to face the Memphis Grizzlies at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM MST). Below you will find the full Jazz vs Grizzlies odds from DraftKings, plus storylines, injuries and key players for both sides.
Jazz vs Grizzlies odds at a Glance
| Matchup | Utah Jazz at Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|
| Records (2026-27) | Jazz 0-0 | Grizzlies 0-0 |
| 2025-26 records | Jazz 22-60 | Grizzlies 25-57 |
| Spread | Grizzlies -1.5 (-110) / Jazz +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | Jazz +100 / Grizzlies -120 |
| Total | O/U 239.5 (over -110, under -110) |
| Venue | FedExForum, Memphis, TN |
| Date | Wednesday, October 21, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM MST) |
| TV | NBA League Pass |
Odds shown are DraftKings lines via ESPN as of Tue Oct 20 2026 10:27 PM MST and can change before tipoff.
Opening Numbers vs. Current Prices
On the moneyline, the Jazz went from -148 at the open to +100, while the Grizzlies moved from +124 to -120. The Jazz vs Grizzlies odds opened with the Grizzlies at +2.5 and the home side now sits at -1.5, a shift of 4 points since the open. The total opened at 241.5 and is 239.5 now, a move of 2 points.
Converted to implied probability, Jazz at +100 works out to 50.0% and Grizzlies at -120 to 54.5%, with the difference above 100% reflecting the sportsbook margin. The Grizzlies carry the shorter price in the current Jazz vs Grizzlies odds.
The Big Picture for Both Teams
The Utah Jazz finished 2025-26 at 22-60 (14-27 at home, 8-33 on the road), the No. 15 seed in the Western Conference, scoring 117.6 points per game and allowing 126.0 for a -8.4 average margin. They closed the season 1-9 over their last 10 games under head coach Will Hardy.
The Memphis Grizzlies finished 2025-26 at 25-57 (13-27 at home, 11-29 on the road), the No. 13 seed in the Western Conference, scoring 114.7 points per game and allowing 120.7 for a -6.0 average margin. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo saw the club go 1-9 across its final 10 contests.
In last season’s meetings, the Grizzlies went 2-2 against the Jazz (Dec 13: Jazz 130-126; Dec 24: Grizzlies 137-128; Feb 21: Grizzlies 123-114; Apr 11: Jazz 147-101). This is the first of the 2026-27 regular-season meetings, and the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds reflect a fresh slate for both clubs.
ESPN’s game page frames the night simply: "Memphis hosts Utah to tip off season." With neither club having played a regular-season game yet, the market relies on rosters, health and last year’s results.
Recent Form
October results for the Jazz read L 131-107 at Los Angeles Lakers; W 109-97 at Denver Nuggets; L 117-106 vs. Denver Nuggets; W 119-109 vs. San Antonio Spurs; W 119-116 at Phoenix Suns, a 3-2 run in which they put up 112.0 per game and gave up 114.0.
The Grizzlies went 3-2 in their last 5 exhibition games (L 132-101 at Houston Rockets; W 132-123 at Atlanta Hawks; L 122-118 vs. Orlando Magic; W 104-100 at Chicago Bulls; W 116-98 vs. Charlotte Hornets), averaging 114.2 points while allowing 115.0.
Preseason results come with caveats, since rotations and minutes are often experimental. It is part of the picture behind the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds.
Health Check
Utah Jazz: Blake Hinson (F, Hamstring) is listed as out, with an estimated return of Oct 23, 2026; Tony Bradley (C, Quadriceps) is listed as out, with an estimated return of Oct 23, 2026; Trey Alexander (G, Knee) is listed as out, with an estimated return of Oct 23, 2026; Jusuf Nurkic (C, Foot) is listed as out, with an estimated return of Nov 4, 2026. Last season’s profile is one input in the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds.
Memphis Grizzlies: Isaiah Stewart (C, Ankle) is listed as day-to-day. Form like this tends to get priced into the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds.
Final statuses are often confirmed close to tipoff, so watch for movement in the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds if a listed player is ruled in or out.
Current Rosters and Key Players
Among players still on the current roster, the Jazz’ top 2025-26 per-game marks on ESPN’s leader board belong to Keyonte George in points (23.6), Kyle Filipowski in rebounds (7.2) and Isaiah Collier in assists (7.2). Brice Sensabaugh (14.9 ppg) and Ace Bailey (13.8 ppg) also return as scoring options. Personnel is the main variable in the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds this early in the year.
ESPN’s current Jazz roster lists 18 players: Trey Alexander, Ace Bailey, Mo Bamba, Tony Bradley, Isaiah Collier, Kyle Filipowski, Keyonte George, Josh Green, Jaxson Hayes, Blake Hinson, Harrison Ingram, Jaren Jackson Jr., Lauri Markkanen, Svi Mykhailiuk, Jusuf Nurkic, Josh Okogie, Darryn Peterson and Brice Sensabaugh. First-year players include Darryn Peterson.
Among players still on the current roster, the Grizzlies’ top 2025-26 per-game marks on ESPN’s leader board belong to Cedric Coward in points (13.6) and rebounds (5.9) and Cam Spencer in assists (5.6). Jaylen Wells (12.5 ppg) and GG Jackson (12.5 ppg) also return as scoring options.
ESPN’s current Grizzlies roster lists 18 players: Cameron Boozer, Carson Cooper, Cedric Coward, Zach Edey, Jerami Grant, Taylor Hendricks, GG Jackson, Ty Jerome, Karim Lopez, Jahmai Mashack, Kris Murray, Scotty Pippen Jr., Quinten Post, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Javon Small, Cam Spencer, Isaiah Stewart and Jaylen Wells. First-year players include Cameron Boozer, Carson Cooper and Karim Lopez.
TV and Start Time
Tipoff is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM MST) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at FedExForum. TV: NBA League Pass. For live box scores and play-by-play, the ESPN game page carries the official feed.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Jazz vs. Grizzlies
What are the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds?
As of Tue Oct 20 2026 10:27 PM MST, DraftKings lists the spread at Grizzlies -1.5 (-110) / Jazz +1.5 (-110), the moneyline at Jazz +100 / Grizzlies -120 and the total at 239.5 (over -110, under -110).
Who is on the injury report for Jazz vs. Grizzlies?
Jazz: Blake Hinson (out), Tony Bradley (out), Trey Alexander (out) and Jusuf Nurkic (out); Grizzlies: Isaiah Stewart (day-to-day), per ESPN.
What time does Jazz vs. Grizzlies start and what channel is it on?
Tipoff is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM MST) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The broadcast is on NBA League Pass.
Have the Jazz vs Grizzlies odds moved since opening?
The home spread opened at +2.5 and is -1.5 now; the total opened at 241.5 and sits at 239.5.
How did the Jazz and Grizzlies finish last season?
The Jazz went 22-60 in 2025-26 and the Grizzlies went 25-57, per ESPN standings.