The Memphis Grizzlies secured a 132-120 win against the Charlotte Hornets, marking their fourth consecutive victory. Despite this success, coach Taylor Jenkins expressed dissatisfaction with their performance. The Grizzlies led by 30 points at halftime but were outscored 72-54 in the second half. Their current record of 29-15 places them third in the Western Conference standings.Jenkins described the game as a "tale of two halves," highlighting areas needing improvement. "Luckily we did enough in the first half and we were able to survive the second half," he stated. He pointed out issues like excessive free throws, careless plays, and turnovers. Jenkins emphasised that the first-half performance aligns with their goals, while the second half fell short.Despite their struggles in the latter part of the game, Memphis managed to hold on for the win before Charlotte could close the gap further. The Grizzlies now boast a 17-5 home record and trail just one game behind the Houston Rockets, who are in second place. They are set to face the New Orleans Pelicans next.The upcoming game against the Pelicans is anticipated to feature a showdown between Ja Morant and Zion Williamson, top picks from the 2019 NBA Draft. This matchup could be pivotal as New Orleans sits near the bottom of the Western Conference standings.Jenkins acknowledged that players were upset about their second-half showing, leading to a constructive locker room discussion post-game. He stressed that improvements are necessary moving forward. "Guys were definitely very upset with our performance in the second half," Jenkins noted.

As they prepare for their next challenge, maintaining focus throughout both halves will be crucial for Memphis to continue their winning streak and climb higher in conference rankings.