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Grizzlies Down Miami 118-111 - Match Report
Jonas Valanciunas scored 21 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Memphis on Monday, leading the Grizzlies to a 118-111 victory over Miami at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.5.
Ja Morant had 20 points for Memphis and De'Anthony Melton chipped in with 16 points. Ja Morant had 10 assists for the Grizzlies, while Jonas Valanciunas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Miami got 25 points from Jimmy Butler in a losing cause and another 22 points from Tyler Herro. Jimmy Butler contributed 8 assists for the Heat, while Bam Adebayo had 13 rebounds.
The Grizzlies hit the break winning 73-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
Memphis had a 45-35 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Memphis takes its act on the road to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Miami, they head on the road to face Philadelphia.