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Memphis Defeats Washington 127-112 - Recap
Jonas Valanciunas scored 29 points and added 20 rebounds for a double-double, leading Memphis over Washington, 127-112, on Wednesday at FedExForum.
The Grizzlies were a -3.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 238.0.
Ja Morant had 21 points for Memphis and Desmond Bane chipped in with 20 points. Ja Morant had 10 assists for the Grizzlies, while Jonas Valanciunas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 20 boards.
The Wizards got a 21-point performance from Bradley Beal, who was supported by 20 points from Russell Westbrook. Russell Westbrook had 10 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Rui Hachimura grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 67-62 at the break.
Memphis had a 60-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Memphis takes its act home to face Denver looking for another win. For Washington, they head home to face Philadelphia.