Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama's helped Memphis keeping its good streak alive. The Grizzlies defeated the Pelicans 120-109. The Grizzlies (13-7) have won five consecutive games. Each of the last four have been by double figures. Morant led the Grizzlies with 27 points.

Ja Morant had 27 points and seven assists as the Memphis Grizzlies held a double-digit lead through most of the second half defeating the injury-riddled New Orleans Pelicans 120-109 in an NBA Cup game.

Memphis Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant praised the home crowd following Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans.