In a thrilling and high-scoring matchup, the Memphis Grizzlies outlasted the Phoenix Suns in a 151-148 overtime victory, marking a season-high 299 combined points in an NBA game. Ja Morant led the charge with 29 points and eight assists, showcasing his clutch gene with a crucial dish to Jaylen Wells for a game-sealing dunk. Despite a slow start shooting-wise, Morant exploded in the fourth quarter and overtime, propelling the Grizzlies to a much-needed win that helped them move into a tie for second place in the competitive Western Conference.
The game featured a balanced scoring effort from both teams, with five Suns players notching at least 20 points for the first time in over three decades. Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, Bol Bol, and Grayson Allen all contributed to the offensive showcase, but it was Morant's late-game heroics that stole the spotlight. The back-and-forth affair saw 22 ties and 22 lead changes, culminating in a dramatic finish that saw the Grizzlies prevail and extend the Suns' losing streak to six of their last seven games, further complicating their playoff hopes in a stacked Western Conference.