The Memphis Grizzlies fell to the New Orleans Pelicans 111-104 Saturday night at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, ending a three-game winning streak.
The Grizzlies were short-handed in tonight's matchup, with six players unavailable to play due to illnesses or injuries. Grizzlies guard Wayne Selden provided a spark off the bench as he led all scorers with a career-high 31 points (11-16 FG, 5-7 3P, 4-4 FT). Marc Gasol added 16 points and a team-high seven assists. Tyreke Evans also contributed 12 points and six assists.
The Grizzlies grinded their way back from a 21-point first half deficit with a 16-2 run to cut the lead to one (61-60) in the first 3:45 of the third period.