Memphis Grizzlies Host Chicago Bulls in Matchup of Struggling Teams

Both teams look to end recent skids as the Bulls visit the Grizzlies in Saturday night NBA action.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:24am

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The Chicago Bulls (29-44) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (24-49) on Saturday evening. Both teams have struggled of late, with the Grizzlies losing three straight at home and the Bulls going 3-7 in their last 10 games. The Grizzlies will be without several key players due to injuries, while the Bulls also have a number of players sidelined.

Why it matters

This matchup features two teams near the bottom of their respective conference standings looking to get back on track. The outcome could impact the draft lottery positioning for both franchises as they aim to improve their rosters for next season.

The details

The Bulls are led by rookie Matas Buzelis, who scored 29 points in the teams' previous meeting, a 132-107 Chicago win on March 17. The Grizzlies will counter with Cedric Coward, who had 17 points in that game. Both teams have struggled defensively of late, with the Grizzlies allowing over 126 points per game in their last 10 and the Bulls giving up 128.4 points per contest.

  • The game will tip off at 8 p.m. EDT on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Memphis.
  • The teams previously met on March 17, 2026, with the Bulls winning 132-107.

The players

Matas Buzelis

A rookie forward for the Chicago Bulls who scored a team-high 29 points in the previous matchup against the Grizzlies.

Cedric Coward

A forward for the Memphis Grizzlies who led the team with 17 points in the last game against the Bulls.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to get back on track and end this home skid. Our fans deserve better, and we need to start playing with more energy and focus.”

— Taylor Jenkins, Head Coach, Memphis Grizzlies

“This is a big opportunity for us to pick up a road win against a struggling team. We need to come out and set the tone early to get the victory.”

— Billy Donovan, Head Coach, Chicago Bulls

What’s next

The outcome of this game could impact the draft lottery positioning for both teams as they look to improve their rosters for next season.

The takeaway

This matchup features two teams near the bottom of their respective conference standings looking to get back on track and end recent skids. The Grizzlies will be shorthanded due to injuries, while the Bulls aim to capitalize on the opportunity to pick up a road win.