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In an exhilarating NBA encounter, Jaren Jackson Jr. shone bright, netting 27 points to steer the Memphis Grizzlies towards a convincing 124-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday evening. Jay Huff and Ja Morant also made crucial contributions, scoring 20 and 18 points respectively.
Grizzlies Seal Second Consecutive Road Win
This victory marks the Grizzlies’ second consecutive road game triumph and boosts their performance record to 4-3. On the other hand, the 76ers, despite an impressive 23-point performance from Tyrese Maxey, lost for the fourth time in their last five outings, and their home record plummeted to 0-3.
Grizzlies Show Superior Rebounding, Dominate in the Paint
The Grizzlies overshadowed the 76ers in rebounds 52-33 and held a commanding 70-34 edge in the paint. Their dominance was largely facilitated by the absence of Philadelphia’s star player, Joel Embiid.
Key Takeaways from the Game
Grizzlies: Balance and Skill
Memphis capitalized on the early season struggles of both Milwaukee and Philadelphia. They played a balanced game that highlighted Morant’s skills and talent.
76ers: Lack of Depth Exposed
Without Embiid and Paul George, Philadelphia’s lack of depth was exposed as defenses doubled down on Maxey. The 76ers struggled to find rhythm and balance in their performance.
Turning Point: Middle Quarters
The Grizzlies seized control in the middle quarters, outpacing the Sixers 68-47 during this period. They shot a remarkable 56.5% and held Philadelphia to a meager 34.9%.
What’s Next?
The Grizzlies are set to face Brooklyn on Monday night, while Philadelphia is heading west for a three-game trip, starting with Phoenix, also on Monday night.
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