The New Orleans Pelicans responded well to head coach Willie Green’s pointed criticism with a solid but ultimately losing effort against the Brooklyn Nets.
Now, the Pelicans have to see if that level of competitive fire and execution can be at the very least matched as they host the Memphis Grizzlies on the second game of a back-to-back.
New Orleans has had plenty of success against the Grizzlies as of late, winning five of six, and seven in a row at the Smoothie King Center.
Brandon Ingram could return as well, giving a major boost for the Pelicans, who sit on the verge of a 10-game losing streak.