Former Memphis Grizzlies assistant Darko Rajakovic's Raptors "big 3" of Pascal Siakam, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett beat the Grizzlies threesome of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Jaren Jackson Wednesday night on 92.9 FM ESPN. Final: Toronto Raptors 116 Memphis Grizzlies 111
The Grizzlies made a 15-4 run late but it wasn't enough. The 2nd quarter point differential was the biggest problem, losing that quarter 32-19.
Immanuel Quickley in his new starter role as a scorer for the Raptors did damage scoring 26 points including 5 of 8 from the 3-point arc.
The Grizzlies had solid performances from their core three but had couldn't muster much of anything from starters Marcus Smart (6 points) or Xavier Tillman (4 points). Marcus Smart seemed active on defense to help make up the difference (+11 +/- on the night). Ziaire Williams played well scoring 18 points with 6 rebounds in 18 minutes.
Next up: Memphis travels to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers on Friday night at 9:00 p.m. live on 92.9 FM ESPN
