MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a thrilling showdown on Monday night, Norman Powell shone for the Los Angeles Clippers, netting 29 points and playing a crucial role in their 114-110 win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

As the game reached a tense moment with the score tied at 110, Powell stepped up and nailed a 14-foot jumper with just 25 seconds remaining. He then sealed the deal by sinking two free throws, contributing to the Clippers’ momentum in what has been a successful stretch of three wins in their last four games. James Harden had a significant impact as well, scoring 21 points while providing nine assists and grabbing eight rebounds, whereas Ivica Zubac also made his mark with 20 points and a season-high of 20 rebounds.

The matchup was closely contested throughout, showcasing 13 lead changes and nine ties by the latter part of the fourth quarter, emphasizing the tight nature of the battle.

For the Grizzlies, Jaren Jackson Jr. led the scoring with 24 points, backed by Ja Morant who added 23 points and Desmond Bane with 21 points along with seven assists. Despite their efforts, the team struggled with turnovers, committing 19 which allowed the Clippers to capitalize and score 31 points off those mistakes.

A standout moment in the game came early in the third quarter when the Grizzlies initiated a fast break with Jaylen Wells at the helm. He passed to Morant positioned at the perimeter, who then split through the defense to take on Zubac at the rim. In a dazzling display, Morant spun and tossed the ball over his head, successfully banking it in and thrilling the crowd.

Despite leading the league with an impressive average of 58.7 points in the paint per game, Memphis managed only 42 points in this contest, falling significantly short of their typical output.

Looking ahead, the Clippers are set to take on the Golden State Warriors at home on Friday, while the Grizzlies will host the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, as both teams aim to build on their respective seasons.