Grizzlies Secure First NBA Cup Win with Victory Over Injury-Plagued Pelicans

Memphis extends its winning streak to five games while New Orleans struggles with key absences in a 120-109 loss.

Ja Morant led the Memphis Grizzlies with 27 points, seven assists, and three steals in their historic first NBA Cup victory.
Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 23 points and eight rebounds, while Santi Aldama added 20 points on 8-of-9 shooting for Memphis.
The New Orleans Pelicans played without several key players, including Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, Herbert Jones, and Jose Alvarado, due to injuries.
CJ McCollum scored a season-high 30 points for New Orleans, with Dejounte Murray and Trey Murphy III each adding 21 points.
Memphis dominated with 36 assists on 47 field goals, showcasing their league-leading ball movement to maintain control throughout the game.