The Grizzlies erased New Orleans’ first-quarter edge with a 31-25 second to take a 62-59 halftime advantage.
New Orleans struck first, taking a 34-31 lead after the opening quarter, but Memphis answered with a 31-25 second. The Grizzlies head to halftime up 62-59, with Derik Queen’s 18 points leading all scorers. Memphis is 6-0 and No. 1 in the power index, while the 2-4 Pelicans sit No. 17. After the break, watch whether Queen can keep scoring efficiently and whether New Orleans can regain the lead against the unbeaten Grizzlies.
Key Performers
Derik Queen, Pelicans: 18 points, 5 rebounds, 6-for-8 FG Ty Jerome, Grizzlies: 11 points, 3 assists Cameron Boozer, Grizzlies: 11 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists