PREVIEW: The New Orleans Pelicans arrive in Memphis ranked last in the NBA for passing efficiency and iso-heavy offensive tendencies, while also allowing opponents to launch three-pointers at an alarming 45.1% rate. Fresh off a loss to Detroit where they managed just 42 percent shooting from the field, the struggling Pelicans are attempting to snap a three-game skid during their current road stretch. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies bring a more structured approach, ranked second in post-up frequency and boasting top-tier passing metrics that have helped them control tempo. Memphis enters having split their last six contests but suffered a heartbreaking one-point loss to Atlanta on Wednesday, a game they nearly stole with strong third-quarter execution. New Orleans does possess elite offensive rebounding at 28.4 percent, ranking sixth league-wide, which could provide second-chance opportunities against a Memphis interior that ranks 23rd in rim defense. The Pelicans lean heavily on Trey Murphy III, who has been exceptional of late, averaging over 22 points and connecting on nearly 39 percent from three-point distance. Injury complications plague both rosters, with the Pelicans missing Dejounte Murray and Jose Alvarado while the Grizzlies have ruled out several key contributors including Ja Morant. The Grizzlies have dominated this matchup recently, having won both previous meetings this season and remaining undefeated across their last six encounters with New Orleans.