Memphis Grizzlies Shocks Washington Wizards

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The Memphis Grizzlies had a hot start and defeated the Washington Wizards 152-122 in an NBA game on Friday night. Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 42 points while Jaren Jackson Jr added 30 points. The Wizards were led by Bradley Beal who scored 25 points. The game was never in doubt as the Grizzlies led by as many as 30 points in the second half.

Grizzlies Dominate

The Grizzlies were in control of the game from the start. They shot 56% from the field and 41% from three-point range. They also dominated the rebounding battle, outrebounding the Wizards 51-34. The Grizzlies bench also played a big role in the win, outscoring the Wizards bench 60-22.

The Wizards struggled to keep up with the Grizzlies' pace and energy. They shot just 42% from the field and 30% from three-point range. They also committed 18 turnovers. Beal was the only player on the Wizards who played well, as he scored 25 points on 10-of-16 shooting.

Morant Leads the Way

Morant was the driving force behind the Grizzlies' victory. He scored 42 points on 14-of-22 shooting. He also dished out 10 assists and grabbed 5 rebounds. Morant has been one of the most impressive young players in the NBA this season, and he is a big reason why the Grizzlies are one of the most exciting teams to watch.

Outlook

The Grizzlies are now 20-13 this season and are in sixth place in the Western Conference. They are one of the most promising young teams in the NBA and are a threat to make a deep playoff run this season. The Wizards are now 11-23 this season and are in last place in the Eastern Conference. They are one of the worst teams in the NBA and are not expected to make the playoffs this season.