In a triumphant return, Ja Morant’s impact on the Memphis Grizzlies (9-19) has been nothing short of exceptiona. Morant’s brilliance continued as he tallied 30 points and 11 assists, guiding the Grizzlies to their third consecutive win, a 125-119 triumph over the Atlanta Hawks (12-17) on Saturday night.
Desmond Bane showcased his scoring prowess with an impressive 37-point performance for the Grizzlies, who have now secured three straight victories.
Despite the historic performance of Trae Young, who recorded his seventh consecutive game with at least 30 points and 10 assists, tying Oscar Robertson’s NBA record, the Hawks fell short.
Young finished with 30 points and 13 assists, but the team stands at 3-4 in the games where he achieved this remarkable feat.
Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 20 points on 8-for-10 shooting, further solidifying the Grizzlies’ offensive firepower.
De’Andre Hunter’s absence from the Hawks’ lineup due to knee soreness was notable as Memphis capitalized on the opportunity to secure their third consecutive victory.
