The Grizzlies, who received a returning leader, triumphed even without a larger contribution from J. Valančiūnas

In the second half, the “grizzly” were ahead in almost every game, and early in the fourth quarter, following a three-point shot by rookie Desmond Bane, they scored a record 14 points (93:79).

However, in the NBA league, that advantage can dissolve very quickly. That is what happened.

4 minutes remaining At the end of the quarter, the court hosts were ahead (105: 98), but then they were completely caught up in attack and scored no more than three minutes as the 76ers brought Tobias Harris to a minimum.

The Philadelphia guests even had several opportunities to weigh the result, but the result was 105: 104 in favor of the “grizzly.” Morant then made a free throw and Tyrese Maxey’s last shot was inaccurate.

For Taylor Yenkins students, this was their fourth consecutive victory, which allowed them to rise to 10th place in the West.

Jonas Valančiūnas’ playing time was greatly reduced by 5 personal fouls. Utena spent 20 minutes on the parquet. and managed to add 9 points (3/5 doubles, 0/1 trit., 3/6 penalty), catch 7 balls, make 1 effective pass and block 1 pitch.

It was only the second game of the season when the midfielder failed to score double-digit points or double-digit utility points.

Only once did the JV underperform alone in last week’s game against the Timberwolves, when a Lithuanian was ordered to isolate himself during a break due to security protocol.

After a hiatus of nearly a month, the Grizzlies hosted Ja Moranto, who returned after an ankle injury and immediately became the most productive basketball player on the team – he scored 17 points and distributed 6 more assists.

Guests played without Joel Embiido in this game, and Dwight Howard, who replaced him in the starting five, bounced up to 18 balls.

The 76ers currently rank fourth in the East.

“Memphis Grizzlies”: Ja Morant 17, Xavier Tillman 15, Grayson Allen 12 (v.7), Kyle Anderson, Brandon Clarke (v.11) and Dillon Brooks 11, Desmond Bane 10.

“Philadelphia 76ers”: Shake’as Miltonas 28, Tobias Harrisas 21, Tyrese’as Maxey 12, Benas Simmonsas 11 (16 atk. Kam., 9 rez. Lost).

Other (01/17) NBA results:

„San Antonio Spurs“ – „Houston Rockets“ 103: 91 (D.DeRozanas 24 / C.Woodas ir M.Jonesas po 24);

“Brooklyn Nets” – “Orlando Magic” 122: 115 (K. Durantas 42 / N. Vucevičius 34);

“Toronto Raptors” – “Charlotte Hornets” 116: 113 (N. Powellas 24 / G. Haywardas 25);

Miami Heat – Detroit Pistons 100: 120 (B. Adebayo 28 / J. Grantas 24);

“Portland Trail Blazers” – “Atlanta Hawks” 112: 106 (D.Lillardas 36 / T.Youngas 26).