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Grizzlies Fall 116-96 Against Portland - Game Recap
Memphis was run off the court by the Trail Blazers on Wednesday as Portland blasted the Grizzlies 116-96 at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Bettors who backed the Trail Blazers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 233.0.
Portland got 25 points from CJ McCollum and another 20 points from Damian Lillard. Damian Lillard contributed 10 assists, while Jusuf Nurkic cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Grizzlies got a 19-point performance from Desmond Bane, who was supported by 17 points from Ja Morant. Ja Morant had 10 assists in a losing cause for Memphis, while Ja Morant grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Trail Blazers hit the break losing 57-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
Memphis had a 50-48 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Portland takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Memphis, they head on the road to face Golden State.