Will Memphis Grizzlies Outshine Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum?

As the Memphis Grizzlies prepare to host the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum, fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on recent performances and secure a victory. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 16th, holds significant weight for the Grizzlies who have shown both flashes of brilliance and areas in need of improvement.

In their last encounter with the Brooklyn Nets on March 5th, MEM displayed a commendable effort on offense with a total of 106 points. Their scoring was well-distributed across quarters and they managed to maintain a lead for over 35 minutes. The team's efficiency rating stood at an impressive 117, bolstered by their ability to draw fouls and convert free throws at an 82 percent clip.

The Grizzlies' bench contributed a substantial 39 points in that game, indicating depth that could be pivotal against OKC. Furthermore, MEM dominated inside the paint with an outstanding performance that resulted in 50 points from such plays.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing; turnovers were a concern as they racked up to 19 against the Nets. This is one area where MEM will need to tighten up if they are going to outperform OKC's defense.

On defense, MEM showed resilience but also room for growth. They allowed only three blocks against them while managing six steals themselves—a testament to their defensive hustle. Yet there were moments when their defensive rating indicated vulnerabilities that teams like OKC could exploit.

Looking at OKC's recent form provides insight into what challenges lie ahead for MEM. In contrast with Memphis' fluctuating performances, Oklahoma City Thunder has been consistent in certain aspects of their play—particularly when it comes to fast breaks and effective field goal percentage.

The key matchup will likely revolve around controlling the pace of the game; if Memphis can dictate tempo and manage turnovers better than they have recently while leveraging their strength inside the paint and from bench contributions—they stand a good chance of coming out on top.

As fans gear up for this exciting clash between two dynamic teams seeking redemption after challenging seasons thus far—the question remains: Will Memphis Grizzlies leverage home-court advantage and past learnings to outshine Oklahoma City Thunder?

Grizz Nation should mark calendars for March 16th at FedExForum where tip-off is set for 7:00 PM Central Time (CT). Fans unable or preferring not to attend can catch all action live on BSSE or BSOK networks—ensuring no one misses what promises be an enthralling encounter between these Western Conference contenders.