Memphis, New Orleans’ opponent on the night, is an interesting team.
The Grizzlies have already beaten the Nets and Spurs twice, and have also registered wins over the 76ers and Suns. After the first week of the season, their strength was a staunch defense — until recently. High scoring losses to both the Pacers (134-116) and the Rockets (115-103) in their last two games have dropped them down in the defensive rankings some, but they remain a dangerous team in fast breaks and scoring in the paint in general.
Considering how much difficultly the Pelicans have had with slowing downhill wings and guards (De’Aaron Fox!