Los Angeles (USA), Nov 25 (EFE) unrelated to the coronavirus, he missed this match against his compatriot Willy Hernangómez.

From the first quarter (44-25), Memphis controlled this game with a firm hand in which they won 36 points.

Dillon Brooks (25 points), Ja Morant (23 points and 11 assists) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (20 points) were the most outstanding of some Grizzlies who shone in their marksmanship (51.6% shooting from the field, 47.4 % in triples).

Without CJ McCollum due to the coronavirus protocol, the Pelicans also lost Brandon Ingram for the second part of the game due to foot discomfort.

Trey Murphy led New Orleans with 21 points while Zion Williamson added 14 points.

Hernangómez played 12 minutes (the entire last quarter when the result was already decided) and added 6 points, 5 rebounds and a steal for the Pelicans.

Puerto Rican José Alvarado managed 7 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists and a steal in 22 minutes as a starter for the Pelicans.

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