All it takes is Ja. Fans and reporters have speculated that the return of Ja Morant would simply make everyone on the Grizzlies immediately better. Better for teammates in natural roles. Better team energy. Turns out based early returns....yes. Better results.
The Memphis Grizzlies moved to 2-0 after beating the NBA's best offensive team, holding the Pacers to just 103 points. Final: Memphis Grizzlies 116 Indiana Pacers 103
The Memphis Grizzlies using Vince Williams Jr. as an on-ball defender, much of it guarding Tyres Haliburton, certainly was a big part of Thursday night's recipe. Williams was +14 despite scoring only 2 points. Desmond Bane led the scoring department with 31 points to go along with 7 assists for the Grizzlies. Jaren Jackson's line included 21 points and 8 boards. Ja Morant had another fantastic night scoring 20 points to go along with 8 assists and 5 rebounds.
The whole league, especially the Grizzlies, are happy to see Ja back on the court.
Next up for the Memphis Grizzlies is the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday (12/23) at 6:30 p.m. (pregame at 6:00 p.m.) live on 92.9 FM ESPN, Memphis' Sports Station.
