The Memphis Grizzlies hammered the Charlotte Hornets 130-114 in Memphis to end a four-game drought. Ja Morant had 15 points and 11 assists in the victory. The Grizzlies evened their record and 10-and-10 and play the Los Angeles Lakers tomorrow night in the Staples Center.
The NBA is working on a plan to add the slam dunk competition to next month’s All-Star Game in Atlanta. ESPN reports the league is progressing with a plan to have the dunk contest during halftime of the March 7th game. The three-point shootout and skills competition are also expected to be part of the action. Finalized details are expected to be announced this week.