Jackson Jr. Shines with 31 Points, but Grizzlies Lose to Wizards
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored a game-high 31 points on April 12, 2026. The Memphis Grizzlies fell to the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
Game recap
The first half was tight. Memphis trailed by one point at halftime.
The Grizzlies led for much of the game. Washington answered late with a decisive run in the fourth quarter.
Turning point
Washington posted a 15-3 run in the fourth quarter. That stretch proved to be the difference in the final result.
Key performers
- Jaren Jackson Jr. — 31 points, game-high.
- Ja Morant — contributed 21 points for Memphis.
- Alex Sarr — led the Wizards with 20 points.
- Washington’s depth showed as eight players scored in double figures.
Context and consequences
The loss prevented Memphis from reaching a .500 record with a win. It also handed the Grizzlies a season sweep by Washington for the first time since 2017-18.
Jackson Jr. shone with 31 points, yet the Grizzlies lost to the Wizards after Washington closed stronger.
Player reaction and outlook
“We had our chances, but just couldn’t finish it off,” Jackson said after the game. “Hats off to the Wizards, they made the plays when it counted.”
Memphis had won its previous two games. The team will host the Philadelphia 76ers on April 15 at the FedEx Forum.
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