Morant's triple-double helps Grizzlies build big lead and coast to 122-99 victory over Bucks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant handles the ball against Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant handles the ball against Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)


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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant had 26 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds and helped the Memphis Grizzlies build a 31-point second-half cushion and beat the Milwaukee Bucks 122-99. Santi Aldama added 19 points and nine rebounds, while Scotty Pippen Jr. and Jaylen Wells finished with 16 points each as the Grizzlies snapped a two-game skid. Memphis ended the night shooting 52%, including Morant going 9 for 16. Seven Grizzlies players finished in double figures. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 37 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 17 of 22 shots.

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