The Memphis Grizzlies (19-36) ended their nine-game losing streak by defeating the Houston Rockets (24-30) with a score of 121-113 on Wednesday night.
GG Jackson led the Grizzlies with 20 points, while Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 18 points, including 11 crucial points in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Luke Kennard added 19 points and Lamar Stevens had 14.
Dillon Brooks, Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, and Aaron Holiday each scored 19 points for the Rockets, who suffered their fifth loss in the last six games.
Memphis built a commanding lead in the first half, fueled by accurate shooting from beyond the arc, but allowed Houston to claw back into the game with a late surge before halftime.
Despite a spirited comeback attempt in the second half, the Rockets couldn’t sustain their momentum.
