Grizzlies Overcome Jazz Despite Heated Sideline Altercation

Desmond Bane and Santi Aldama clashed during a timeout, but Memphis rallied to secure a decisive 140-103 victory as they fight to maintain their playoff position.

Desmond Bane shoved teammate Santi Aldama during a timeout, yelling at him to 'get a f---ing stop,' before teammates intervened to de-escalate the situation.
The altercation occurred early in the game when the Grizzlies were trailing the Jazz, highlighting internal tensions within the team.
Despite the incident, Memphis dominated the second half, outscoring Utah 93-42 and securing a much-needed win after a three-game losing streak.
The Grizzlies remain in fourth place in the Western Conference but face mounting pressure with upcoming games against playoff rivals, the Lakers and Warriors.
Key injuries, including the absence of star guard Ja Morant, have hampered Memphis's consistency throughout the season, impacting their playoff positioning.