Bruce’s Analysis:
No coincidence, perhaps, that the Grizzlies have started to play better and win some games minus Ja Morant, whose last action came on November 15 but out since with a strained calf. Memphis has won and covered four of its last five without Morant’s disruptive presence, with the last three of those wins on the road. Prior to those three, and also minus Morant on Nov. 20, the Griz routed Sacto 137-96 at FedEx Forum behind 29 points from Santi Aldama. Note the Kings are faltering again after a brief 2-game uptick, and continue minus Domantas Sabonis, out until at least mid-December with knee issues. Play Grizzlies