The Denver Nuggets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 122-110 in an NBA Cup game on Tuesday night, ending a two-game losing run. Michael Porter Jr. contributed 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Jamal Murray scored 27 points. Russell Westbrook contributed 12 points, 14 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Christian Braun ended with 19 points.

With a career-high 28 points, Santi Aldama led Memphis. Jaren Jackson Jr. finished with five blocks, eight rebounds, and 19 points. 16 points were scored by Scotty Pippen Jr. The two teams had played each other for the second time in a row. On Sunday, Memphis beat Denver 105-90. Reigning MVP Nikola Jokic missed his third consecutive game on Tuesday due to personal issues, and the Nuggets had already lost two in a row.