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Memphis Grizzlies Playoff Chances 2026-27

The Memphis Grizzlies are 9-3, 6th in the West, in line for a direct playoff spot. They make the playoffs in 82% of our simulations and win the NBA title in 5%.

Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average

82%Make playoffs
60%Top 6 (no play-in)
17%Reach conf. finals
5%Win NBA title
49-31Projected record
7thPower rating rank
67Games left (33 home)
W2Streak

Next 10 games

DateOpponentWin prob.Playoffs if WPlayoffs if L
Mon, Nov 16@ Washington Wizards (4-8)64%86%76%
Wed, Nov 18@ Cleveland Cavaliers (7-7)51%––
Thu, Nov 19vs Golden State Warriors (8-5)61%86%76%
Sat, Nov 21@ Minnesota Timberwolves (9-3)37%––
Mon, Nov 23@ Charlotte Hornets (4-8)68%86%74%
Wed, Nov 25vs LA Clippers (3-7)76%––
Fri, Nov 27@ Minnesota Timberwolves (9-3)37%––
Sun, Nov 29vs Los Angeles Lakers (11-2)56%87%76%
Tue, Dec 1@ Philadelphia 76ers (10-3)52%––
Wed, Dec 2@ Detroit Pistons (8-4)46%––

Southwest standings

TeamW-LPlayoffsWin div
San Antonio Spurs11-298%59%
Houston Rockets10-391%26%
Memphis Grizzlies9-382%13%
Dallas Mavericks7-639%1%
New Orleans Pelicans4-91%<1%

Playoff path

MilestoneChance
Make the playoffs82%
Finish top six60%
Play-in (7th–10th)36%
Win a first-round series39%
Reach the conference finals17%
Reach the NBA Finals8%
Win the NBA title5%

Frequently asked questions

Will the Memphis Grizzlies make the playoffs?

Our model gives the Grizzlies a 82% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 60% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 9-3 and 6th in the West, in line for a direct playoff spot.

What are the Memphis Grizzlies' chances to win the NBA title?

5%, with a 8% chance to reach the NBA Finals.

What is the Memphis Grizzlies' projected record?

About 49-31, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.