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Can the Grizzlies Claw Back After Narrow Defeat to Clippers at FedExForum?

The Memphis Grizzlies faced off against the LA Clippers in a closely contested battle at FedExForum. The home team, with a record of 20-37, fought valiantly but ultimately fell short with a final score of 101-95. The visiting Clippers improved their record to 37-18.


MEMPHIS, TN - FEBRUARY 23: Terance Mann #14 of the LA Clippers shoots the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on February 23, 2024 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game was marked by intense competition, as evidenced by the 11 times the score was tied and the 17 lead changes throughout the contest. The Grizzlies showcased their speed and agility, converting fast break opportunities with an impressive 82 percent success rate that resulted in 19 points. Their efforts on defense were notable as well, managing to block three shots and steal the ball from their opponents on twelve occasions.


Memphis's offensive efforts were led by an aggressive approach in the paint where they scored a substantial 56 points. They attempted more field goals than their counterparts (91), but struggled from beyond the arc with only a 23 percent success rate for three-pointers. Despite these challenges, they maintained better ball control than LA Clippers with fewer turnovers (13) and demonstrated superior teamwork by distributing a total of 26 assists.


MEMPHIS, TN - FEBRUARY 23: Santi Aldama #7 of the Memphis Grizzlies passes the ball during the game against the LA Clippers on February 23, 2024 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

On individual performances, one cannot overlook how Memphis players contributed significantly off the bench scoring an impressive total of 33 points which kept them competitive throughout each quarter. Their tenacity was also evident in drawing fouls; they drew more personal fouls (20) than LA Clippers did.


The visiting team managed to edge out despite being outscored in both second-chance points (10-23) and bench points (33-21). They capitalized on turnovers scoring equally as much as Memphis did with each team notching up to 21 points off turnovers.


MEMPHIS, TN - FEBRUARY 23: Vince Williams Jr. #5 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball during the game against the LA Clippers on February 23, 2024 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

As for rebounds, Memphis gathered fewer total rebounds (49) compared to LA Clippers' tally of 58; however both teams grabbed an equal number of offensive rebounds at fourteen apiece which reflects evenly matched effort on both ends of the court.


Looking ahead after this hard-fought game, fans can mark their calendars for another exciting matchup when Memphis Grizzlies host Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum. This upcoming game is scheduled for February 26th at seven o'clock PM Central Time Zone and will be broadcasted on BSSE network as well as YES network for viewers tuning in from different locations.

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