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Grizzlies vs Suns Final: 120-118 - Recap
The Grizzlies got a 29-point performance from Ja Morant, who added 12 assists as Memphis ran past Phoenix 120-118 on Monday at FedExForum.
Memphis did not, however, defeat the Suns against the spread, which closed at -2.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 244.0.
Cam Spencer had 16 points for Memphis and Jay Huff chipped in with 14 points. Ja Morant had 12 assists for the Grizzlies, while Desmond Bane was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Phoenix got 35 points from Kevin Durant in a losing cause and another 26 points from Devin Booker. Tyus Jones contributed 7 assists for the Suns, while Nick Richards had 12 rebounds.
The Grizzlies hit the break losing 59-57 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-39.
Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Jazz. The Suns will aim to get back on the winning track at Houston.