Pelicans Soar Past Grizzlies in Memphis with Fourth Quarter Surge

The New Orleans Pelicans faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum, securing a victory with a final score of 133-127. This win brought the Pelicans' record to 11-36, while the Grizzlies fell to 18-25.

First Quarter

The game began evenly matched as both teams scored 30 points in the first quarter. The Pelicans displayed strong teamwork with Trey Murphy III leading their charge. His shooting accuracy was evident as he contributed significantly to keeping pace with the home team.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Memphis pulled ahead slightly, outscoring New Orleans by five points and taking a halftime lead. Zion Williamson's presence on both ends of the court was notable for the Pels, contributing rebounds and assists that kept them within striking distance.

Third Quarter

As play resumed after halftime, Memphis extended their lead further by adding another point advantage over New Orleans in this period. However, Saddiq Bey's performance stood out for his efficiency from beyond the arc and inside plays that helped maintain competitive pressure on Grindhouse.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter saw an impressive comeback from New Orleans as they surged ahead with a remarkable 40-point effort compared to Memphis' 26 points. Game-changing plays by Jordan Poole and key defensive stops allowed them to overturn what seemed like an insurmountable deficit earlier in play.

In post game analysis discussions centered around what went wrong for New Orleans Pelicans during earlier quarters but highlighted their resilience when it mattered most—securing crucial turnovers while capitalizing offensively led them past formidable opponents at FedExForum arena tonight!

Fans can look forward eagerly towards next matchup scheduled against San Antonio Spurs happening January 25th at Frost Bank Center located within Texas city limits where coverage will be available via Gulf Coast Sports TV network alongside streaming options through Pelican+ platform too!

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