On January 23, 2026, the New Orleans Pelicans pulled off a stunning comeback, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 133-127. The game was a testament to the team's resilience, as they erased a double-digit deficit in the second half. Saddiq Bey led the charge with a season-high 36 points, including 19 in the fourth quarter, while Trey Murphy III contributed 32 points and Zion Williamson added 24 points and 11 rebounds. The Pelicans' victory snapped a three-game losing streak and moved them out of last place in the Western Conference.
However, the Grizzlies, led by Jaren Jackson Jr. with 26 points and 12 rebounds, and Jock Landale with 24 points and 11 rebounds, played a strong game. Memphis built a 13-point lead in the third quarter, but the Pelicans fought back in the fourth, with Williamson and Bey taking over. The Grizzlies were without their star guard, Ja Morant, who sat out with a left elbow UCL strain.
The game was a turning point for the Pelicans, who had lost six straight to Memphis. They continued their three-game road trip in San Antonio on Sunday, while the Grizzlies, who have lost five of seven, host the Denver Nuggets. The Pelicans' victory was a significant step in their season, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in their upcoming games.
