Jaren Jackson Jr. leads Grizzlies to dramatic comeback win over Pacers

On December 1, 2024, in Memphis, Tennessee, the Memphis Grizzlies faced off against the Indiana Pacers in an exciting NBA matchup. The game started with the Pacers taking control, building a significant 19-point lead in the first half. The Pacers' offensive efforts were led by Bennedict Mathurin, who contributed 19 points and nine rebounds, and returning guard Andrew Nembhard, who scored 14 points in the first half after recovering from a knee injury. Despite their strong start, the Pacers' shooting performance could not maintain the high standard in the second half. As the game progressed into the third quarter, the Grizzlies began to close the gap. They improved their shooting, ending the game with a field goal percentage of 53% and hitting 16 of 46 three-point attempts. Jaren Jackson Jr. was pivotal in this comeback, scoring 25 points, alongside Ja Morant with 19 points and eight assists, and both Marcus Smart and Desmond Bane contributing 16 points each. The Grizzlies’ resurgence in the second half was key to their victory, as they outscored the Pacers 40-23 in the third quarter. Indiana's ability to hold onto their lead diminished as the second half unfolded. Key player Tyrese Haliburton, who was averaging 25.5 points in his past four games, was limited to only eight points in this game, as he struggled against the Grizzlies' defense. The Grizzlies took advantage of this slowdown by aggressively pushing the offense and capitalized on their opportunities to mount their comeback. In the end, the Memphis Grizzlies secured a 136-121 victory, marking their sixth consecutive win. This game highlighted both the resilience of the Grizzlies and the struggles faced by the Pacers, who were unable to sustain their first-half momentum. Looking ahead, the Pacers are set to face the Toronto Raptors, while the Grizzlies will head to Dallas for their next game, both on December 3, 2024.