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Toronto Falls 138-107 to Grizzlies - Recap
Toronto was run off the court by the Grizzlies on Wednesday as Memphis blasted the Raptors 138-107 at Scotiabank Arena.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 236.0.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 32 points for Memphis and Ja Morant chipped in with 26 points. Jaren Jackson Jr. had 4 assists for the Grizzlies, while Zach Edey was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
The Raptors got a 14-point performance from Jamal Shead, who was supported by 14 points from Ja'Kobe Walter. Scottie Barnes had 9 assists in a losing cause for Toronto, while Kelly Olynyk grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Toronto were victorious, as the score was 59-53 at the break.
Memphis won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 61-34.
Next game, Memphis takes its act home to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Toronto, they head on the road to face Oklahoma City.