Can the Charlotte Hornets Maintain Momentum After Dominating the Memphis Grizzlies?

The Charlotte Hornets, with a record of 17-49, secured a convincing victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, who now stand at 23-44. The final score read 110-98 in favor of the visiting team.

In an impressive display at FedExForum, the Hornets showcased their offensive capabilities by leading for nearly the entire game and achieving their largest lead of 18 points. The team's efficiency on court was evident with a total efficiency rating of 131 compared to that of the Grizzlies' 99. The Hornets capitalized on turnovers, scoring 31 points off them while limiting their own to just 20.

The offense was firing on all cylinders as they shot an impressive field goal percentage of 54 percent from the floor and were particularly dominant in two-point attempts where they shot an outstanding 67 percent. They also made significant contributions from beyond the arc, sinking 13 three-pointers at a rate of 36 percent.

Charlotte's defensive efforts were equally notable as they tallied up seven blocks and matched their opponents with twelve steals each. This defensive pressure contributed to a lower opponent possession count for Memphis at only around ninety-eight compared to Charlotte's one hundred one possessions.

Rebounding played a crucial role in this matchup; however, it was one area where the Grizzlies outperformed by securing fifty rebounds over Charlotte's forty-two. Despite this disadvantage, Charlotte managed six offensive rebounds which led to eleven second-chance points.

Key players stepped up for Charlotte as well; contributions came from both starters and bench players alike with thirty bench points adding depth to their game plan. Their ability to draw fouls effectively resulted in nineteen fouls drawn and thirteen free throw attempts made at sixty-nine percent accuracy.

Looking ahead after this strong performance against Memphis, fans can anticipate another exciting home game for Charlotte when they face off against Phoenix Suns at Spectrum Center on March fifteen scheduled for four o'clock PM Eastern Time. Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into NBA TV or BSSE or AZFamily networks for live coverage.