Grizzlies vs Pelicans
Fri, Jan 23
Final
Grizzlies
Grizzlies
(18 - 24)
127
-
133
Pelicans
Pelicans
(10 - 36)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grizzlies | 30 | 35 | 36 | 26 | 127 |
| Pelicans | 30 | 30 | 33 | 40 | 133 |
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GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Jaren Jackson Jr.
MEM | #8 | F/C
26
12
3
Saddiq Bey
NOP | #41 | G/F
36
4
4
Smart Game Analysis
Memphis Grizzlies has a 60% chance of winning the game
Despite missing Ja Morant, the Grizzlies are favored to extend their six-game winning streak against a Pelicans team that struggles mightily on the road (3-17) and is integrating a new-look roster around Zion Williamson.
Key Analysis
- • Grizzlies star Ja Morant is OUT with an elbow injury, leaving the offense in the hands of Jaren Jackson Jr. and role players.
- • Pelicans star Zion Williamson is expected to play but is recovering from an illness that forced him out of the previous game.
- • Memphis has dominated this rivalry recently, winning six consecutive head-to-head matchups.
- • The Pelicans have been atrocious on the road this season with a 3-17 record.
- • New Orleans' roster has undergone major changes, with Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum traded away, leaving them with less chemistry.
- • Jaren Jackson Jr.'s elite interior defense will be the key factor in slowing down Zion Williamson in the paint.
