MEMPHIS, Dec. 30, 2025: The Memphis Grizzlies may be forced to navigate tonight’s paint battle against the Philadelphia 76ers without their primary backup center.
According to the latest injury reports from FantasyPros and RotoBaller, Jock Landale has been listed as Questionable for Tuesday’s contest due to a lingering calf injury. The Australian big man is currently a “Game Time Decision,” leaving his availability in doubt just hours before tip-off.
A Recurring Issue
Landale’s status is a continuation of recent durability concerns. As noted by Basketball.com.au, the center already missed his “second straight game” on Sunday, sitting out due to the same calf issue. While CBS Sports had initially pegged him as “unlikely” to play earlier in the week, his upgrade to “Questionable” suggests he is progressing, albeit slowly.
The Impact on the Rotation
If Landale cannot go, the pressure squarely shifts to the starters. With Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond looming on the other side, Memphis cannot afford to be small.
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Heavy Lifting for JJJ: A Landale absence likely forces Jaren Jackson Jr. to play extended minutes at the 5, exposing him to potential foul trouble against Philadelphia’s physical bigs.
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Thin Bench: Without Landale, the Grizzlies may have to rely on smaller lineups featuring Santi Aldama or dig deeper into their bench for size, potentially exposing a vulnerability the Sixers are equipped to exploit.
