Multiple Memphis Grizzlies players were unhappy with the team's defensive effort in a 130-126 loss against the Utah Jazz.

But among those bright spots in the Jazz's winning efforts, there was one in the eyes of head coach Will Hardy that was a big advantage in helping Utah get the leg up, especially in a place like Memphis––and that centered around some solid physicality to match that of the Grizzlies'.

The Utah Jazz take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday in an effort to stop their two-game skid following five days off.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is close to a potential return to the lineup against the Utah Jazz. The Grizzlies (11-13) play the Jazz (8-15) on Dec. 12 (7 p.m.) at FedExForum.

Third-year Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George had a career night to remember in an impressive road win over the Memphis Grizzlies. In the midst of the Jazz's 130-126 win over the Grizzlies, it was George who emerged as the biggest standout of the game for either side.

Jazz head coach Will Hardy's trust in Keyonte George is becoming stronger with each passing day, if this is any indication.