MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a thrilling matchup, Jaren Jackson Jr. delivered an impressive performance with 25 points, while Desmond Bane contributed 21 points along with 10 rebounds, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a season-best 19 3-pointers in their 117-111 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday evening.
Jaylen Wells also made a significant impact for Memphis, adding 14 points to the team’s success. This victory marked a milestone for Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins, who became the franchise’s all-time winningest coach.
On the other side, Joel Embiid was the standout for Philadelphia, scoring 35 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, but unfortunately, the 76ers suffered their fifth consecutive loss. Rookie Jared McCain managed to score 20 points, while Guerschon Yabusele contributed 17 points, but their efforts fell short.
As the game unfolded, Memphis had a solid lead of 115-100 with just 3:15 remaining. However, they had to brace themselves as Philadelphia attempted a comeback in the final moments to secure the win.
**Key Takeaways**
For the 76ers, despite the return of Tyrese Maxey and Paul George, Embiid’s performance was not complemented well by his teammates. Maxey managed to score only eight points, and George added just two before leaving the game due to a leg injury early in the second half.
For the Grizzlies, Taylor Jenkins surpassed Lionel Hollins as the winningest coach in franchise history, achieving 215 wins to his name, a commendable feat for the team.
**Significant Moment**
A pivotal event in the game occurred right before tip-off when Philadelphia’s key trio—Embiid, George, and Maxey—started together for the first time this season. Previous injuries and league suspensions had kept them off the floor simultaneously until this matchup. Unfortunately, their time together was cut short when George exited with an apparent injury.
**Noteworthy Statistic**
Memphis had experienced difficulties shooting from beyond the arc lately, averaging only 33.3%. Bane, in particular, struggled to find his rhythm, going 2 of 16 from three-point range over the last three games. However, the Grizzlies found their form during the game, hitting eight 3-pointers in the second quarter, with Bane sinking three of those. They managed to pull ahead into double digits, solidifying their lead with a 20-9 run to start the fourth quarter, ultimately sealing the victory.
**Looking Ahead**
The Philadelphia 76ers will be back in action on Friday night, hosting the Brooklyn Nets. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies will travel to Chicago to take on the Bulls on Saturday.