Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors
PREVIEW: The Golden State Warriors visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night in a Western Conference matchup between the eighth-seeded Warriors (30-28) and the eleventh-place Grizzlies (21-35). Golden State brings elite perimeter scoring prowess, ranking first in three-point attempts at 51% of their shot diet, while also excelling as a passing unit ranked third in the league. Memphis counters with a post-heavy offensive approach ranked third in the NBA and moves at a brisk pace ranked sixth. Both teams face significant roster challenges, with Golden State sidelined by injuries to Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Seth Curry, and Kristaps Porzingis.
The Grizzlies are without multiple contributors including Ja Morant, Brandon Clarke, Zach Edey, and several others due to injury. For the Warriors, Moses Moody and Brandin Podziemski have stepped into expanded roles and will be critical pieces in this matchup. In their last ten games, Memphis has struggled at 3-7 while allowing 125 points per contest, while Golden State sits at 4-6 but has held opponents to just 116 points per game. Golden State already leads the season series 2-0 after winning their previous two meetings.