[Game Recap]

Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans

Nov 26, 2025

Memphis Grizzlies Edge New Orleans Pelicans 133-128 in High-Scoring Affair

Game Summary

The Memphis Grizzlies secured a close victory over the New Orleans Pelicans with a final score of 133-128. Memphis showcased their offensive prowess, shooting an impressive 53.6% from the field while limiting New Orleans to a slightly lower 49.5%. The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Grizzlies' three-point shooting, allowing a high 45.9% from beyond the arc, which proved costly in the tight contest.

Top Performers

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 27 points, including five three-pointers, three steals, and 36 minutes on the court. Jaylen Wells added 25 points, also hitting five threes, while Zach Edey contributed with a strong double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds. For the Pelicans, Jose Alvarado was the standout with 24 points and six three-pointers, while Saddiq Bey recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.

Odds Recap

Entering the game, the Memphis Grizzlies were favored by 3.5 points, and they managed to win by a margin of five, thus covering the spread. The game went over the total of 235.5, highlighting the offensive efficiency displayed by both teams throughout the matchup.

Prediction Recap

The model accurately predicted the Memphis Grizzlies to win, covering the spread, and hitting the over on the total points. However, it miscalculated the projected total, as the actual outcome exceeded expectations significantly.

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