Grizzlies vs Nuggets score updates, highlights: Zach Edey, Ja Morant out for Memphis in NBA Cup

Grizzlies' Ja Morant, Zach Edey out vs. Nuggets in NBA Cup

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without two of their best players when they face the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Cup on Sunday. Star guard Ja Morant and center Zach Edey have both been ruled out of the game due to injuries. Morant is dealing with a left thigh contusion, while Edey is nursing a right knee contusion. The Grizzlies are coming off a 112-100 loss to the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Morant led the team with 29 points, while Edey added 16 points and 12 rebounds. The Nuggets, meanwhile, are coming off a 122-118 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with 33 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. The Grizzlies and Nuggets are both 2-1 in the NBA Cup. The game will tip off at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday.

Grizzlies vs Nuggets score updates

The Grizzlies and Nuggets are tied 27-27 after the first quarter. The Grizzlies are led by Desmond Bane, who has 10 points. The Nuggets are led by Nikola Jokic, who has 9 points. The Grizzlies are shooting 44.4% from the field, while the Nuggets are shooting 47.6% from the field. The Grizzlies are 2-of-6 from three-point range, while the Nuggets are 3-of-7 from three-point range. The Grizzlies have 5 turnovers, while the Nuggets have 3 turnovers. The Grizzlies are leading the Nuggets 27-27 after the first quarter.