Milwaukee Bucks
MEMPHIS, TN (WSAU) — Ja Morant returned to the Memphis Grizzlies’ lineup on Friday, sparking a big night that saw seven players score at least 12 points in a 125-104 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.
The visitors once again struggled without Giannis Antetokounmpo. AJ Green led the way with 20 points and two rebounds. Ryan Rollins, Kyle Kuzma, and Bobby Portis each scored 15 points.
Portis added 12 rebounds and three assists in a starting role. Rollins chipped in four rebounds and five assists, with his work coming off the bench.
Kevin Porter Jr. added 16 points and five assists.
Both teams held ten-point leads in the first half before Memphis pulled away, leading by as many as 15 points in the third quarter.
Milwaukee falls to 12-19 on the season and will look to rebound in Chicago against the Bulls later today. Game coverage begins at 6:30 on 93.9 The Game.