The NBA returned to London seven years later and did so this Sunday in a decaffeinated way. Not because the level was low, far from it, but because the Memphis Grizzlies They barely allowed an iota of emotion and defeated Orlando Magic (126-109) with a Saints Aldama who contributed nine points
Los Grizzlies They took revenge for what happened on Thursday in Berlinwhen was Orlando who prevailed 118-111 and, leaning on a first room from which they left 17 points ahead, little by little eroded some Magic that remain fifth of the Conference It is and leaders of their division.
JA Morantwho returned after six games injured and was the best received by the public, was sensational with a double-double of 25 points and 13 assists to which we must add 5 assists, while the Spanish Santi Aldama, starter, helped with 9 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.
The best of the Magic in scoring, who were condemned by a percentage of less than 45% in field goals, were AnthonyBlackwith 19 points, and Wendell Carter, with 18 points, while Paolo Banchero he was not far from the triple-double with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists.
Los Grizzlies They had a 34-point lead midway through the second quarter, but little by little the Magic They managed to make her up and ended up losing by 17. There was no excitement, but neither was there a bloody beating.
In the run-up to the game and during the performance of the American anthem there were some memories of Greenland from the public for the attempt to Donald Trumppresident of the United States, to take over this territory.
After the first quarter, the NBA paid a small tribute to legends such as Pau Gasol, Isiah Thomas, Dirk Nowitzki, Toni Parker y Steve Nash. In addition, celebrities such as the former player were present at the match Thierry Henry, Formula One driver Kimi Antonelli and the footballer Declan RicedelArsenal.
The NBA will return to the UK next year, but this time it will be in Manchester, which for the first time in its history will host a match in this competition. In addition, next year a match will also be played in Pariswhile in 2028 it will be played in the French capital and will return to Berlin.
Additionally, this Monday the NBA commissioner, Adam Silver, will bring together investors, club directors and sponsors to continue selling the project of the NBA in Europe.
