nba Game Recap
Memphis Grizzlies vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - Memphis Wins 132-124
The Grizzlies got a 33-point performance from Jaren Jackson Jr. as Memphis handed New Orleans a 132-124 defeat on Friday at Smoothie King Center.
Memphis won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -7.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 239.0.
Memphis got 25 points from Ja Morant and another 18 points from Desmond Bane. Desmond Bane contributed 8 assists, while Zach Edey cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 35-point performance from Trey Murphy III, who was supported by 32 points from CJ McCollum. Dejounte Murray had 9 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Daniel Theis grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 74-61 at the break.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-42.
Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Thunder. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Los Angeles.