The Grizzlies defeated the Hornets, 125-118. Ja Morant recorded 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the Grizzlies, while Desmond Bane added 25 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists in the victory. Terry Rozier led all scorers with 35 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists for the Hornets, while LaMelo Ball added 25 points in the losing effort. The Grizzlies improve to 40-18 on the season, while the Hornets fall to 29-29.