Memphis Hustle Stumble Against Texas Legends: The Memphis Hustle returned to action against the Texas Legends after a five-day break, with Kenneth Lofton Jr. and Jacob Gilyard III boosting the squad. However, their efforts fell short as they lost 97-101 to the Legends, landing the Hustle at a 4-8 record. This defeat places them with a worse record than the Legends and positions them as the fourth-worst team in the league.
The Legends, led by former Tar Heel player Justin Jackson, secured the win with 21 points and 7 rebounds, while Taze Moore contributed 19 points and 7 boards off the bench. Despite statistical advantages in areas such as three-pointers, field goals, shooting percentage, assists, fast break points, and points in the paint, the Hustle couldn’t find their groove throughout the game. The Legends played incrementally better, maintaining control and preventing the Hustle from mounting a successful comeback in the fourth quarter.
Kenneth Lofton Jr. delivered an impressive individual performance with 25 points and 14 rebounds, supported by G.G. Jackson’s 13 points and David Johnson’s 19 points off the bench. Despite these standout performances, the Hustle couldn’t translate individual success into a cohesive team effort, reflecting a recurring challenge for the team.
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What is Memphis Hustle?
The Memphis Hustle is a professional basketball team in the NBA G League, located in the Greater Memphis area of Southaven, Mississippi. It is associated with the Memphis Grizzlies and competes in their home games at the Landers Center.
Where did the Texas Legends play?
Established in 2009, the squad competes at Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas. The Legends are a member of the NBA’s official minor league, consisting of 27 teams. This league serves as a training ground for players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front-office staff, while also serving as the NBA’s research and development facility.