During the last seven games, the Grizzlies have the best defense in the league. They’re only allowing 95.6 points per 100 possessions to its opponents. And even though their offense hasn’t been as potent, only ranked 20th in the NBA during that stretch, their defense has done the heavy lifting during the last two weeks.
Most importantly, it’s been enough.
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Memphis Grizzlies (21-18)
Last week: 3-1
Last rank: 14
Winners of five of their last seven, the Memphis Grizzlies look like a team that could be turning the corner on what began as a rough season. And with games against the Rockets, Pistons, Knicks and Pelicans up next on their schedule, they have a golden opportunity to generate even more traction heading toward the midpoint of the year.
During the last seven games, the Grizzlies have the best defense in the league. They’re only allowing 95.6 points per 100 possessions to its opponents. And even though their offense hasn’t been as potent, only ranked 20th in the NBA during that stretch, their defense has done the heavy lifting during the last two weeks.
Most importantly, it’s been enough.
Next: Indiana Pacers