The Washington Wizards secured a win against the Memphis Grizzlies on December 28, 2025. The game took place at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The final score was 116–112.

Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Washington Wizards stood out with 31 points and 7 rebounds. On the Grizzlies’ side, Ja Morant contributed with 21 points and 7 assists. The Wizards improved their record in the Eastern Conference with this win.

The game started with the Memphis Grizzlies taking a slight lead in the first quarter, scoring 27 points compared to the Washington Wizards’ 25. In the second quarter, the Wizards turned the game around by scoring 35 points while the Grizzlies scored 32. This gave the Wizards a narrow lead going into halftime.

In the third quarter, the Grizzlies regained momentum, outscoring the Wizards 29 to 24. However, the Wizards took control in the final quarter, scoring 32 points to the Grizzlies’ 24. This late push secured a win for the Wizards with a final score of 116-112. The Wizards’ strong performance at the free-throw line, hitting 96%, helped them seal the victory.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Memphis Grizzlies with a strong performance, scoring 31 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. He made 11 of his 24 shots from the field. His effort kept the Grizzlies competitive in the game.

Santi Aldama also played well for the Grizzlies, contributing 14 points and 10 rebounds. He added 3 assists to his stat line. Ja Morant scored 21 points and provided 7 assists, showing his skill as a playmaker.

For the Washington Wizards, Alexandre Sarr stood out with 20 points and 9 rebounds. His shooting was efficient, hitting 9 of his 20 attempts. Bilal Coulibaly added 14 points and 8 rebounds, while Justin Champagnie secured 12 rebounds and added 10 points to help the Wizards win.

What’s Next

The Memphis Grizzlies have a record of 15-16, which places them ninth in the Western Conference. This loss against the Washington Wizards keeps them below .500 as they try to move up in the standings. The Grizzlies need to win more games to secure a playoff spot.

On the other hand, the Washington Wizards hold a record of 6-23, ranking them 14th in the Eastern Conference. Their win against the Grizzlies is a positive step, but they still have a long way to climb in the standings. Consistency will be key for the Wizards as they aim to improve their position.

The Memphis Grizzlies are set to play their next game on Tuesday, December 30. They will face the Philadelphia 76ers at home. The game will take place at FedExForum.

The Washington Wizards will play next on Monday, December 29. They will host the Phoenix Suns at Capital One Arena. The game will start at 7:00 PM.

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