The Grizzlies' first-round pick has proven to be a consistent contributor to a team fighting for the playoffs.

The Lakers have taken 7 of their last 10 games against Memphis, using disciplined defense and controlled pace to frustrate the Grizzlies. They don’t rely on chaos — they pick their spots, crash the boards, and force opponents into tough half-court looks.

Jackson, now in his third season in the NBA, had just wrapped up an interview session with local media on Oct. 24 after a 146-114 loss against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Jackson's playing time has been sparse this season, so he was happy to have the cameras in front of him again.

Toronto and Memphis play in non-conference action. Sunday's meeting is the first this season between the teams. Toronto is 0-2 at home, and Memphis is 1-1 on the road.

Ja Morant was among two Memphis Grizzlies starters added to the team's latest injury report. Morant and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are both listed as questionable for the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum on Oct. 24 (7 p.m., FanDuel Sports Southeast).

The Lakers and Timberwolves square off in the small four-game slate for a rematch of the season-opener. Los Angeles beat Utah last night (105-104) behind LeBron James (27, 14) and Anthony Davis' (33,

The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Lakers earned their first win in NBA Cup group play Friday night, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 117–112 at FedExForum.