New Orleans lost to an opponent that was simply better along the margins Tuesday evening despite missing their heart and soul.
The Pelicans fell 121-109 to the Grizzlies with Ja Morant watching from the sidelines due to left ankle soreness. Memphis didn’t require the young superstar as available players immediately set the tone with an abundance of energy.
“I think it had to do with more of, they came out and they punched us from the very start of the game,” Willie Green said. “Knocked us on our heels and then from there it was an uphill battle.