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Pelicans Fall 128-122 Against Memphis - Game Recap
Ja Morant poured in 35 points for Memphis on Wednesday, as they defeated New Orleans 128-122 at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 236.5.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had 18 points for Memphis and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope chipped in with 15 points. Jaylen Wells had 4 assists for the Grizzlies, while Jaren Jackson Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
New Orleans got 27 points from Zion Williamson in a losing cause and another 17 points from Herbert Jones. Zion Williamson contributed 5 assists for the Pelicans, while Herbert Jones had 9 rebounds.
Memphis trailed at halftime, 67-56.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-39.
Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Heat. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track vs. San Antonio.