Grizzlies lead 1-0 after 125-91 home win March 15
Memphis dropped its seventh game in the last 8, falling 134-125 to the Golden State Warriors Tuesday. The Grizzlies didn’t cover as 3.5-point home underdogs, while the Over (239) hit. G Ja Morant led the way with 36 points, while C Zach Edey had a double-double with 10 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks.
Miami extended its winning streak to 6 games with a 124-103 victory at the Boston Celtics Wednesday. The Heat pulled off the upset as 10.5-point underdogs, while the Over (211.5) hit. G Tyler Herro had 25 points and 9 assists, while C Bam Adebayo added 21 points.
Miami has won 6 straight games, including a victory at the No. 2 seed in the East. Its defense has been the key to its surge, allowing just 99.1 points per game (PPG) during its streak.
Memphis, on the other hand, is heading in the opposite direction. The Grizzlies have lost 4 straight, while giving up 127.5 PPG. They’re also dealing with the fallout of firing coach Taylor Jenkins, and their hold on a playoff spot is slipping as they sit tied with Minnesota for the No. 6 seed.
Even with the rest advantage, Memphis is trending the wrong way, while Miami continues to build momentum. On their home floor, expect the Heat to control the game and keep their winning streak alive.
