The Memphis Grizzlies (26-15) came through in the clutch, securing a 129-115 win over the San Antonio Spurs (19-20) on January 16.
Memphis Grizzlies Top Performers:
Ja Morant 21 PTS | 4 REB | 12 AST | 47.8 FPS
Morant’s all-around game has been decent heading into this contest, with two strong scoring performances despite his shooting struggles. He displayed much more efficient offensive production today and has also impressed with steals lately.
Desmond Bane 21 PTS | 3 REB | 2 AST | 36.6 FPS
Bane has been a major two-way force, recording 2 steals in every game this month and scoring 20+ points five times. His rebounding and playmaking might have trended down, but his offensive game has been stellar, boasting a 50-40-90 shooting split this month.
Santi Aldama 20 PTS | 10 REB | 2 AST | 35.0 FPS
Aldama’s ankle injury might have slowed him down, but he’s starting to look like his old self again. He’s always capable of a big rebounding and scoring performance.
Luke Kennard 15 PTS | 9 REB | 3 AST | 29.3 FPS
Kennard has logged over 20 minutes in five of his last six games, averaging 3 three-pointers per outing and occasionally piling up rebounds and assists.
Scotty Pippen Jr. 3 PTS | 5 REB | 4 AST | 18.3 FPS
Pippen has the potential to contribute assists and steals, but his current role might not allow him to consistently reach fantasy-relevant levels.
San Antonio Spurs Top Performers:
Victor Wembanyama 13 PTS | 12 REB | 8 BLK | 59.4 FPS
Wemby has been filling up the stat sheet across five major categories this month. He has seen a bit of a struggle in his offense along with his playmaking in two of his last three games, though his turnovers have been considerably fewer. He has also recorded 8+ blocks five times this season.
Devin Vassell 21 PTS | 5 REB | 2 STL | 35.5 FPS
Vassell has been putting up encouraging numbers across the board, including rebounds, assists, steals, and shooting percentages. He’s even reached 18+ points in four of his last six outings.
Stephon Castle 26 PTS | 3 REB | 4 AST | 34.6 FPS
Castle has scored 23+ points in two straight games and has consistently recorded 4+ assists with minimal turnovers in five of his last seven games. But his three-point shooting needs work.
Keldon Johnson 17 PTS | 4 REB | 1 AST | 22.3 FPS
Johnson has reached double-digit points in nine consecutive games but topped 20 points only once. He needs to find more consistency in his shooting and rebounding.
Harrison Barnes 10 PTS | 5 REB | 2 AST | 18.0 FPS
Barnes has been a decent contributor, averaging 15.7 points, 2 threes, a couple of rebounds, and a stock in four straight games leading to this contest.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Jaren Jackson Jr. 19 PTS | 2-8 3PT | 6 REB
JJJ’s scoring has taken a hit, failing to reach 20 points in two straight games after averaging 28.0 points to start the month. But despite the scoring slump, his rebounding and defensive stats have stayed strong.
