Hornets defeat Grizzlies 118-107

The Hornets defeated the Grizzlies tonight in Memphis by a final score of 118-107. Kemba Walker led the Hornets with 22 points (9-17 FG) and 7 assists for his sixth consecutive 20-point game, while Nicolas Batum added 18 points (6-9 FG) and 4 rebounds. Mike Conley led all scorers with 31 points (10-17 FG) for the Grizzlies, while Marc Gasol registered his first triple-double of the season and 5th of his career with 22 points (8-15 FG), 17 rebounds and 10 assists in the losing effort. With the win, the Hornets improve to 23-24, while the Grizzlies fall to 19-29 on the season.