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Memphis Defeats Portland 123-98 - Recap
The battle between the Grizzlies and Trail Blazers didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Portland was handed a 123-98 defeat on Monday at FedExForum.
Memphis was the ATS victor, as they covered the -10.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 234.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Ja Morant had 22 points for Memphis and Jaren Jackson Jr. chipped in with 21 points. Ja Morant had 11 assists for the Grizzlies, while Santi Aldama was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 17 boards.
The Trail Blazers got a 17-point performance from Deni Avdija, who was supported by 15 points from Shaedon Sharpe. Deni Avdija had 6 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Toumani Camara grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 65-54 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Memphis as they grabbed 60 boards, while Portland only had 44
Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pistons. The Trail Blazers will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.