The buzz from the return of standout forward Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t enough to get the Grizzlies a win as the Los Angeles Clippers handed Memphis a 117-105 loss on Wednesday.
Luke Kennard enjoyed his best game of the season with 28 points and seven rebounds to lead the Clippers with both Paul George and Kawhi Leonard out, along with several others. Marcus Morris Sr. scored 25 points on 4-for-6 shooting from three.
Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 22 points, six rebounds and four assists while Jackson Jr.