Can the Memphis Grizzlies Tame the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden?
As the Memphis Grizzlies gear up to face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent momentum. The Grizzlies have shown a remarkable ability to bounce back, as evidenced by their last game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 24th, where they secured a win with a score of 125-119. This victory was not just about putting points on the board; it was a showcase of strategic playmaking and resilience.
The Grizzlies' performance in that game was notable for several reasons. They managed an impressive 61 percent shooting from two-point range and were nearly unstoppable in the paint with 76 points. Their fast-break execution was almost flawless at 90 percent efficiency, contributing to an additional 21 points. These statistics are not just numbers; they represent a team that knows how to capitalize on its strengths.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for MEM. They had some areas that needed tightening up – turnovers being one of them with a total of 12 during that game against ATL. But what stands out is their ability to maintain composure and control over the game's pace, leading for almost fifteen minutes despite these setbacks.
Looking back further into their season provides even more context for this upcoming clash. On December 22nd against Indiana Pacers, MEM demonstrated defensive prowess by maintaining a lead for over forty-three minutes and achieving an impressive defensive rating of just under 103 points per hundred possessions.
But let's not forget about NYK who will be hosting this encounter in one of basketball's most iconic venues – Madison Square Garden. The Knicks have been known for their tenacity and will surely look to leverage home-court advantage against MEM.
The key matchup will likely be inside where MEM has excelled recently but NYK has historically held strong defensively around the rim as well. It’s going to be critical for MEM’s big men to establish themselves early if they want to dictate terms in this contest.
MEM fans should feel cautiously optimistic about this upcoming game scheduled on February 7th at Madison Square Garden starting at 7:30 PM ET (6:30 PM CT). With recent performances indicating an uptick in form and confidence within the squad, there is every reason to believe that they can come away with another win if they stick to their strengths while addressing past weaknesses like turnover control.
For those unable or unwilling to brave New York's winter chill, you can catch all action live from your living room as it will be broadcasted on BSSE channel number 649 or MSG channel number 634 depending on your location.