Jaren Jackson Jr. scores 27 points in the Grizzlies' 124-107 victory over the 76ers

Published Nov. 2, 2024 10:14 p.m. ET

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 27 points and the Memphis Grizzlies rolled to a 124-107 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.

Jay Huff added 20 points, and Ja Morant had 18. The Grizzlies have won two straight road games to improve to 4-3.

Tyrese Maxey scored 23 points for Philadelphia. The 76ers lost for the fourth time in five games and fell to 0-3 at home.

The Grizzlies outrebounded the 76ers 52-33. They had a 70-34 margin in the paint, taking advantage of Philadelphia star Joel Embiid's absence.

Takeaways

Grizzlies: Memphis has have taken advantage of both Milwaukee and Philadelphia’s early seasons woes by playing a balanced game that compliments Morant’s skill.

76ers: Philadelphia's lack of skill players without Embiid and Paul George in the lineup continues to show itself as defenses find way to key on Maxey.