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Recap - Grizzlies Defeat Los Angeles 105-88

Memphis got 27 points and 14 assists from Ja Morant en route to a 105-88 victory over Los Angeles on Saturday at FedExForum.

The Grizzlies were a +11.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 228.0.

Memphis got 24 points from Dillon Brooks and another 22 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Ja Morant contributed 14 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 20 rebounds.

The Lakers got a 19-point performance from LeBron James, who was supported by 15 points from Anthony Davis. LeBron James had 10 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Anthony Davis grabbed 9 rebounds.

Memphis led at halftime, 58-46.

Memphis had a 51-45 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Memphis takes its act on the road to face Atlanta looking for another win. For Los Angeles, they head on the road to face New Orleans.