Morant’s flawless shooting has helped Memphis take a 28-25 edge over Portland early in the second quarter.
After a 25-25 first quarter, Memphis has moved ahead 28-25 with the only three points of the second quarter so far. Ja Morant is perfect on 3-of-3 shooting, including 2-of-2 from deep, for 8 points. Deni Avdija leads all scorers with 9 points and 4 rebounds, while Portland’s Cedric Coward has 7 points and 2 steals. The unbeaten Grizzlies (4-0, No. 2 in the power index) hold a slim lead over unbeaten Portland (3-0, No. 3).
Key Performers
Ja Morant, Memphis: 8 points, 3-for-3 FG, 2-for-2 3PT Deni Avdija, Portland: 9 points, 4 rebounds Cedric Coward, Memphis: 7 points, 2 steals