Ja Morant had 27 points and seven assists as the Memphis Grizzlies held a double-digit lead through most of the second half defeating the injury-riddled New Orleans Pelicans 120-109 in an NBA Cup game.

The Pelicans are getting healthier. Guards C.J. McCollum and Dejounte Murray are back after long absences. Potential starters Brandon Ingram (right calf soreness) and Trey Murphy (left knee contusion) are both listed as questionable. Pelicans star Zion Williamson (hamstring) remains out.

The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. Ja Morant is on the injury report and is listed as probable. Morant is dealing with a knee injury following a hip injury that resulted in missing eight consecutive games.

The Memphis Grizzlies take on the New Orleans Pelicans tonight in a game in which the Grizzlies should be able to handle business. Memphis is the hottest team i