Ja Morant Shines in Grizzlies' Narrow Victory Over Jazz
Returning from suspension and injury, Morant leads Memphis to a tight 126-124 win against Utah with a standout performance.
- Ja Morant scored 22 points, dished out 10 assists, and grabbed five rebounds in his first game back, showcasing his playmaking skills.
- Santi Aldama stepped up in Jaren Jackson Jr.'s absence, scoring a team-high 27 points and hitting five 3-pointers.
- Memphis capitalized on Utah's 17 turnovers, converting them into 24 points, which proved crucial in the closely contested match.
- Rookie Zach Edey had a challenging NBA debut, fouling out in 15 minutes but managed to score five points and secure five rebounds.
- Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 35 points, but Utah's late rally fell short as Memphis held on for the win.









