GSW will take on Memphis Grizzlies in NBA 2021-22 on Sunday, 08 May 2022 at 06:00 AM IST
The Grizzlies and Warriors have battled hard across the first two games, leaving the series tied at 1-1. Golden State will hold the edge due to their homecourt advantage over the next two matches, while Memphis will look to settle scores and steal a road win.
Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies have been the better side in the first two games of the series. After blowing a golden opportunity to win the first match, Ja Morant came up big for his side in the following game to lead the Grizzlies to a 106-101 win.
The reigning MIPOY scored 18 points in the fourth quarter to seal the victory for his side and level the series. Morant finished with a postseason career-high-tying 47-point game.
It was almost a one-man show by the 22-year-old as rookie Ziaire Williams was the only other player to make a significant impact offensively. Williams scored 14 points off the bench on 55% shooting, including four 3-point shots.
The Memphis Grizzlies will need to play better as a team and support Ja Morant if they are to beat the odds and steal a difficult road win against the Warriors.
Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors will be satisfied with the series tied 1-1 at this stage, with the next two games set to be played at home. However, they have a lot to figure out, especially on the defensive end of the floor, following their late-game collapse in the last match.
Along with that, Dubs will also need Klay Thompson to start firing on all cylinders. The sharpshooting guard could only produce 12 points in the last match, shooting a dismal five of 19 from the floor.
The Warriors surprisingly struggled from the 3-point line as a team as well, shooting only seven of 38 from long range.
Steph Curry and Co. need to create better opportunities to have an edge on that front, as it has been one of their most lethal weapons on offense.
The Golden State Warriors should look to make the most of their opportunity to play at home as winning the next two games will put them in the drivers seat to win this series.
Fantasy Tips
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Small League Must Picks:
GSW: Stephen Curry [2897 points], Jordan Poole [2269 points] MEM: Ja Morant [1737 points], Jaren Jackson [1468 points]
Grand League Risky Picks:
GSW: Damion Lee [815 points], Nemanja Bjelica [1090 points] MEM: Dillon Brooks [530 points], Kyle Anderson [886 points]
GSW Key Players:
Kevon Looney
Andrew Wiggins
Jordan Poole
Stephen Curry
MEM Key Players:
Brandon Clarke
De'Anthony Melton
Desmond Bane
Jaren Jackson
Ja Morant
Best Choice for Captain and Vice-Captain:
Desmond Bane
Jaren Jackson
Kevon Looney
Ja Morant
Andrew Wiggins
Stephen Curry
Injury/unavailable
GSW NBA Team Injuries:
There are no injury updates as of now.
MEM NBA Team Injuries:
There are no injury updates as of now.
Squads
Golden State Warriors Squad:
Stephen Curry, Jordan Poole, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Damion Lee, Draymond Green, Kevon Looney(C), Nemanja Bjelica, Gary Payton, Chris Chiozza, Quinndary Weatherspoon, Moses Moody, Andre Iguodala, Juan Toscano-Anderson, Otto Porter, Jonathan Kuminga
Memphis Grizzlies Squad:
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, DeAnthony Melton, Kyle Anderson, Dillon Brooks, Brandon Clarke, Jaren Jackson, Steven Adams, Killian Tillie, Tyus Jones, Tyrell Terry, John Konchar, Yves Pons, Santi Aldama, Ziaire Williams, Jarrett Culver, Xavier Tillman Sr.