Clash at FedExForum: Los Angeles Lakers to Battle Memphis Grizzlies

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent victory. The Lakers have shown a resilience that's been both surprising and thrilling, especially considering their performance in the play-in round against the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 12.

In that nail-biting encounter, which extended into overtime, the Lakers emerged victorious with a score of 108-102. Despite trailing for most of the game, they managed a comeback led by an impressive bench contribution of 40 points and a fast break percentage of 64 percent. Their ability to capitalize on turnovers was key; scoring 30 points off Timberwolves' mistakes proved crucial in swinging the game's momentum.

The Lakers' defense also stepped up when it mattered most. They held their opponents to just 91 points per possession while managing an offensive output of nearly one point per possession themselves. This defensive solidity combined with efficient scoring will be vital against a Grizzlies team known for its gritty play.

Looking at another recent performance on April 9 against Utah Jazz, where they won with an even more comfortable margin (128-117), it's clear that when firing on all cylinders, this Lakers team can be dominant. They led for almost three-quarters of that game time and had an impressive true shooting percentage of over 60 percent.

However, it would be unwise to underestimate Memphis Grizzlies who have proven themselves formidable opponents throughout this season. The upcoming contest promises to be challenging as both teams vie for supremacy.

The scheduled game is set for April 16 at FedExForum in Memphis at 7:00 PM local time (8:00 PM ET). Fans won't want to miss what promises to be an electrifying matchup between these two competitive teams. For those unable to attend in person, ABC will broadcast nationally ensuring no one misses out on what could potentially be one of the games of the season.