Cedric Coward Injury Status Update for March 24th, 2026
The Grizzlies got some good news today — Cedric Coward has been cleared and is officially available to play. Cedric had previously been listed as Out, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Grizzlies.
Cedric Coward Season Averages
The Grizzlies get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 52 games, Cedric is averaging 13.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 26.0 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.0 | 13.3 | 6.3 | 2.8 | 10.3 |
Grizzlies Performance With & Without Cedric Coward
The numbers tell a clear story about Cedric's value to the Grizzlies. With Cedric in the lineup this season, the team is 19-35. Without him, they've gone 5-11. The Grizzlies's net rating is 2.0 points worse per 100 possessions when Cedric plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 19-35 | 5-11 | — |
| Off Rating | 113.5 | 113.2 | -0.4 |
| Def Rating | 116.4 | 118.0 | +1.6 |
| Net Rating | -2.8 | -4.9 | -2.0 |
| PPG | 115.5 | 115.3 | -0.3 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Cedric Coward Back
With Cedric back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like GG Jackson are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Cedric again.
PPG: -8.3 | FGA: -5.3 | MPG: -8.9 | RPG: -2.2
Full Injury Report — Cedric Coward's Game
Here's a look at the current injury report for key players around the league heading into tonight's action:
Spurs @ Grizzlies - March 25, 2026 San Antonio Spurs: De'Aaron Fox (Out) Memphis Grizzlies: Santi Aldama (Out) Ja Morant (Out) Ty Jerome (Out)
Cedric is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Grizzlies and the rest of the league.