Key Takeaways:
- Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 27 points as Memphis secured a 133-128 overtime victory over New Orleans
- Zach Edey recorded 21 points, 15 rebounds, and two blocks, with Memphis outscoring New Orleans by 39 during his 35 minutes on court
- Jose Alvarado hit six three-pointers and posted 24 points as the Pelicans concluded NBA Cup group play winless at 0-4
Overtime Drama in New Orleans
The Memphis Grizzlies triumphed 133-128 against the New Orleans Pelicans after a tense overtime period on Wednesday night in NBA Cup action. Jaren Jackson Jr. led Memphis with 27 points, while Jaylen Wells provided a valuable 25 points to support the Grizzlies’ effort and help their record improve to 2-1 in the West Group B standings.
Zach Edey delivered an influential performance, amassing 21 points and 15 rebounds alongside two blocks. Memphis outscored the Pelicans by a staggering 39 points during the 35 minutes Edey was on the floor. The result left the Pelicans winless at 0-4 as they wrapped up their group fixtures.
Cup Comeback Complete 😤
🐻 Edey: 21 PTS, 15 REB
🐻 Vince: 17 AST (career-high)
🐻 Trip: 27 PTS, 5 Stocks pic.twitter.com/Bric7AvwqA— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) November 27, 2025
Key Moments and Standout Performances
Jose Alvarado provided a spark for New Orleans, registering 24 points and connecting on six shots from beyond the arc. The Pelicans controlled the game whenever Edey was resting, surging to a 17-point advantage during the first half and holding the initiative for most of regulation. Saddiq Bey added a productive 18 points and 10 boards, while Zion Williamson contributed 17 points for New Orleans, who had snapped a nine-game losing streak on Monday night prior to this encounter.
Alvarado’s sixth three-pointer levelled the scores at 128 in overtime, but Jackson Jr. found Wells for a back-door dunk to reclaim the edge for Memphis. The Pelicans received three further opportunities to stay in touch, yet Williamson lost possession on one occasion and was off target with a late-clock three-point attempt on another. In the dying moments, Alvarado was unable to find Williamson with an inbounds pass.
Regulation Goes Down to the Wire
Memphis appeared poised for a regulation win until Williamson completed a difficult driving layup off the glass with merely 0.9 seconds left, resulting in a 122-122 deadlock at the end of the fourth quarter.
Alvarado’s sharp shooting saw him finish his initial 12 minutes on court with four three-pointers and 18 points on 7-of-10 from the field, propelling New Orleans to a 68-53 lead at the interval.
The Grizzlies responded after the break with a 13-2 surge to start the third quarter, highlighted by a pair of Wells triples and a Jackson three. Memphis knocked down six of eight shots from long range in the quarter, but the Pelicans countered strongly, converting seven of their next ten three-point attempts, including three by Jordan Hawkins and two courtesy of Bey. The lead traded hands into the fourth, with no team ahead by more than nine over the remainder.
Upcoming Fixtures
- The Grizzlies are scheduled to travel to face the Los Angeles Clippers in West Group B NBA Cup play on Friday night
- The Pelicans will visit the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night
