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Philadelphia 76ers Dismantle Memphis Grizzlies in Commanding Victory at FedExForum

The Philadelphia 76ers, with a record of 45-35, secured a convincing victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, who now stand at 27-52. The final score read 116-96 in favor of the visiting team.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 6: Timmy Allen #0 of the Memphis Grizzles plays defense against Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers on April 6, 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)

At FedExForum, the Philadelphia 76ers showcased their dominance from the opening quarter. They set the pace with an impressive start, outscoring the Grizzlies by five points. The momentum continued as they extended their lead with a remarkable second-quarter performance, tallying up thirty-four points to widen the gap further. The third quarter saw a slight dip in scoring for the Philadelphia team but they still managed to maintain their substantial lead before closing out strong with thirty points in the final quarter.


The Philadelphia 76ers' offensive execution was on full display as they shot an efficient fifty-two percent from field goals and forty-one percent from beyond the arc. Their prowess inside was evident too; they converted sixty-two percent of their two-point attempts and scored forty points in paint. Additionally, free throws contributed eighteen points to their total score at a seventy-eight percent completion rate.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 6: Buddy Heild #17 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on April 6, 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)

Defensively, Philadelphia was just as formidable; nine blocks and twelve steals disrupted Memphis's flow throughout the game. This defensive pressure translated into twenty-six points off turnovers for them while holding their opponents to seventeen such points.


The bench played a significant role in this matchup contributing forty-five bench points which underscored Philadelphia's depth and versatility on both ends of court.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 6: Kenyon Martin Jr. #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers dunks the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on April 6, 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 Memphis's side despite being outplayed there were some notable efforts including fifty-four total rebounds fifteen of which came offensively giving them second-chance opportunities although these only resulted in eight second-chance points due to shooting thirty percent on those attempts.


Looking ahead fans can catch next action involving Philadelphia when they visit San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center located San Antonio Texas scheduled for April seventh seven o'clock PM Eastern Time broadcasted on NBCS-PH BSSW networks ensuring that supporters won't miss any upcoming performances from this resilient squad.

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