Grizzlies edge Pelicans 107-104 led by Morant, Bane

In a closely contested game, the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 107-104, thanks to standout performances from Ja Morant and Desmond Bane, who scored 32 and 30 points respectively. Morant also contributed six assists and three steals, while Bane added nine rebounds and eight assists. The Grizzlies overcame a halftime deficit of 64-57, with Morant's jump shot giving them the lead for good late in the fourth quarter. The Pelicans' Trey Murphy III scored 27 points, but missed attempts at the end prevented them from tying the game. Memphis controlled the boards, outrebounding New Orleans 57 to 39, and will face the Phoenix Suns next. The Pelicans are set to play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night.