The Memphis Grizzlies won the third quarter 37-24, but came up short to the New Orleans Pelicans, 111-104. Led by DeMarcus Cousins (27 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists), the Pelicans burst out of the gate in the first quarter and never looked back. The Grizzlies fell to 16-29 on the season, despite a career-high 31 points from Wayne Selden.
Player Grades – Starters
Tyreke Evans (C): Evans fell back to Earth in tonight’s game, scoring 12 points. He shot less than 20 percent in the game in 36 minutes. Tyreke was pushing a bit too hard in this game.