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Spurs Dominate Grizzlies in San Antonio's Commanding 102-87 Victory

The San Antonio Spurs, with a record of 20-59, faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies, standing at 27-52. The Spurs emerged victorious with a final score of 102-87.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 9: Trey Jemison #55 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on April 9, 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)

In a display of offensive efficiency and defensive prowess, the Spurs led by as much as 20 points during the game. Their time leading totaled approximately 23 minutes and they managed to maintain a positive plus-minus of 15 throughout the contest. The team's scoring was consistent across all four quarters, contributing to their substantial lead.


The Spurs' performance was highlighted by their impressive shooting accuracy from two-point range, hitting an exceptional 68 percent of their attempts. They also excelled in points in the paint with an outstanding total of 58 points and a conversion rate of over 70 percent for such shots.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 9: Zavier Simpson #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on April 9, 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, San Antonio was just as dominant. They racked up an impressive total of 11 blocks while limiting the Grizzlies to only an effective field goal percentage of just over half at around 54 percent. This defensive effort contributed significantly to their overall efficiency rating which stood at a notable figure.


On top of that, free throw accuracy played its part in securing this win for the Spurs as they capitalized on all eight attempts from the charity stripe.


MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 9: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs grabs a rebound during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on April 9, 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 bench also provided substantial support chipping in with a significant contribution to the team's total points tally.


Despite committing more turnovers than their opponents did (17 compared to Memphis' eight), it didn't deter them from maintaining control over most aspects of this matchup.


As for Memphis Grizzlies' efforts, they managed to steal possession ten times and were slightly more efficient when it came down to assists-to-turnover ratio compared to San Antonio's performance. However, they struggled with shooting accuracy across both two-pointers and three-pointers which ultimately hindered their ability to keep pace with San Antonio’s scoring runs.


San Antonio fans can look forward to watching their team take on Oklahoma City Thunder next at Paycom Center located in Oklahoma City on April 10th at around seven o'clock local time (7:00 PM). This game will be broadcasted on networks BSOK and BSSW for those who wish to follow along live.

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