MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant excelled with 28 points and 10 assists, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 135-119 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night, marking their fourth consecutive win.

Desmond Bane contributed significantly, adding 21 points, while both Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. chipped in with 20 points each. With this win, Memphis improved its record to 10-1 in their last 11 games overall.

Earlier in the season, Memphis had suffered losses in their first two encounters with Brooklyn.

The Nets were led by Dorian Finney-Smith, who scored 19 points. Dennis Schroder and Jalen Wilson supported with 15 points each, but the team faced their fifth defeat in six games.

At halftime, the Grizzlies led the game with a score of 69-56, with Morant scoring 18 points during the first half, showcasing his offensive prowess.

Key Takeaways: The Nets employed a physical brand of defense, which turned the game a bit chippy in the latter half, resulting in Brooklyn shooting 46% from the field.

On the other hand, Memphis managed to dictate the pace of the game, scoring above their league-leading average of 122 points. They also recorded 22 fast-break points, which played a crucial role in their performance.

A pivotal moment occurred early in the third quarter when the Nets launched an 11-0 run to recover from a double-digit deficit. However, the Grizzlies swiftly countered with an 18-3 run, extending their lead back to 17 points.

In terms of statistics, Memphis is known for averaging 122.1 points per game, and significantly, the Nets had previously limited the Grizzlies to fewer than 107 points in their two earlier matchups this season. By the time the fourth quarter began, Memphis already reached 107 points.

Looking ahead, the Nets will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday while the Grizzlies will head to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers this Sunday.