The Detroit Pistons fought to fend off the Memphis Grizzlies to earn a 111-97 victory on Thursday night.
Seven Pistons scored in double-digits with both Cory Joseph and Wayne Ellington scoring 18 points. Joseph also finished the night with 10 assists.
Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 20 points and five assists. Jonas Valanciunas recorded a double-double with 19 points and 16 assists. Jaren Jackson Jr. added 17 points and five rebounds in 25 minutes off the bench
Morant came out strong offensively in the first quarter, going 3-for-6 from 3-point range for nine points as the Grizzlies took a 32-31 lead after 12 minutes.