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Recap - Grizzlies Defeat Utah 126-124
Utah was scorched by Santi Aldama for 27 points as the Grizzlies defeated the Jazz 126-124 in NBA action on Wednesday.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -2.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 229.5.
Desmond Bane had 24 points for Memphis and Ja Morant chipped in with 22 points. Ja Morant had 10 assists for the Grizzlies, while Marcus Smart was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
Utah got 35 points from Lauri Markkanen in a losing cause and another 17 points from Jordan Clarkson. Jordan Clarkson contributed 7 assists for the Jazz, while Walker Kessler had 14 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 61-50 at the break.
Utah won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 49-41.
Next game, Memphis takes its act on the road to face Houston looking for another win. For Utah, they head home to face Golden State.