The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Los Angeles Clippers, 105-101, at crypto.com Arena on Sunday.

The Grizzlies (2-8) have had a woeful start to the season. However, they found a way to get a road win over the Clippers (3-6) on the road. The Clippers continue to struggle despite having four former All-Stars in the starting five on a regular basis. Memphis enjoyed an excellent start and raced to a 33-20 lead in the first quarter. The Clippers responded in the second quarter, however, and made it a single-digit deficit after a 25-19 score in the second quarter. Despite the edge in momentum, the Clippers could not complete the comeback. The Grizzlies won the third quarter by a 27-23 score and put the game out of reach. The Clippers fought in the final 12 minutes but it was not enough for them to turn things around.

Desmond Bane led the way for the Grizzlies with 27 points, six assists and four rebounds. Bismack Biyombo got the start at center and posted a 13-point, 12-rebound double-double that also included three assists. Jaren Jackson had 12 points and four rebounds. Marcus Smart dazzled and finished with 17 points, seven assists and three rebounds. Luke Kennard added 13 points off the bench. No other Memphis player scored in double digits.

Paul George was the best player for the Clippers and finished with 26 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Kawhi Leonard had a solid game as well, putting up 14 points, five rebounds and three assists. Russell Westbrook sniffed a double-double after recording 12 points and nine boards. Norman Powell came off the bench and delivered 20 points while adding three assists and two boards. James Harden struggled once again and finished with 11 points (4-12 FG), four rebounds and three assists.