In an impressive display, Ja Morant led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 129-115 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, scoring 21 points and dishing out 12 assists. Desmond Bane and Santi Aldama each contributed 21 and 20 points respectively, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 19 points, helping the Grizzlies rebound after a challenging stretch of games.
The Grizzlies strategically targeted Spurs rookie center Victor Wembanyama, with Morant offering an early highlight by sinking a one-handed floater over him. Although Morant's spectacular dunk later in the game was disallowed due to a referee’s whistle, he continued to demonstrate his dynamic play throughout the night.
Despite the loss, San Antonio’s rookie Stephon Castle showcased his potential with a season-high 26 points, while Wembanyama recorded 13 points, 12 rebounds, and an impressive eight blocks, all in the first half. Memphis capitalized on Wembanyama's defensive presence, outscoring the Spurs significantly in the second half to secure the win.