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New Orleans Pelicans Battle Hard but Fall to Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum

The New Orleans Pelicans, with a record of 4-16, faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies, who held a 13-7 record, in an intense game that ended with the Pelicans scoring 109 points to the Grizzlies' 120. Despite their efforts and leading for a brief time of 2:46 minutes during the game, the Pelicans could not secure a win. The match showcased both teams' abilities to score and defend, but ultimately, it was the Grizzlies who had the upper hand by maintaining their lead for most of the game.


MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 29: Jaren Jackson Jr. #13 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans during the Emirates NBA Cup game on November 29, 2024 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Key Performances and Game Highlights


The New Orleans Pelicans showed resilience throughout the match. CJ McCollum led his team with an impressive performance of 30 points, demonstrating his scoring ability by shooting 58 percent from the field. Not far behind was Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray who both added significantly to the team's total score with 21 points each. Yves Missi stood out on defense for the Pelicans with three blocks while also contributing 16 points and grabbing an impressive total of 14 rebounds.


On offense, New Orleans managed to put up strong numbers in several areas including scoring 52 points in paint and converting fast break opportunities into twelve points. However, despite these efforts and having more total rebounds than their opponents (54 compared to Memphis's 57), they struggled with turnovers which amounted to fifteen throughout the game.


MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 29: Desmond Bane #22 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans during the Emirates NBA Cup game on November 29, 2024 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Grant Burke/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Memphis Grizzlies capitalized on their home court advantage at FedExForum before an attendance of over seventeen thousand fans. Their balanced attack was led by efficient ball movement resulting in thirty-six assists as a team which contributed greatly to their victory. The Grizzlies were particularly dominant inside, scoring sixty-two points in paint compared to fifty-two by New Orleans.


Looking Ahead


As they move forward from this defeat, The New Orleans Pelicans are set for another challenging matchup against The New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on December first at six PM Eastern Time. Fans can catch all action live on MSG or Gulf Coast Sports networks as both teams aim for victory in this upcoming encounter.


MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 29: Santi Aldama #7 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against Daniel Theis #10 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half of an Emirates NBA Cup game at FedExForum on November 29, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

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