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Grizzlies vs Nuggets Final: 104-96 - Recap
Memphis earned a 104-96 victory over Denver on Tuesday, getting 24 points from Dillon Brooks at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 223.5.
Memphis got 23 points from Jonas Valanciunas and another 14 points from Ja Morant. Tyus Jones contributed 7 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Denver got 25 points from Nikola Jokic in a losing cause and another 21 points from Jerami Grant. Monte Morris contributed 6 assists for the Nuggets, while Nikola Jokic had 13 rebounds.
The Grizzlies hit the break winning 63-50 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 44 boards, while Memphis only had 41
Memphis heads into a battle against the Knicks. Denver, meanwhile, will have their next action against Utah.