nba Game Recap
Miami Falls 125-91 to Grizzlies - Recap
The battle between the Grizzlies and Heat didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Miami was handed a 125-91 defeat on Saturday at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 227.5.
Memphis got 31 points from Jaren Jackson Jr. and another 22 points from Desmond Bane. Scotty Pippen Jr. contributed 11 assists, while Desmond Bane cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Miami got 19 points from Kel'el Ware in a losing cause and another 18 points from Bam Adebayo. Tyler Herro contributed 7 assists for the Heat, while Kel'el Ware had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 63-48 at the break.
Memphis won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 51-37.
Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Kings. The Heat will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.