NBA Playoff Power Rankings: Is A Cavs, Warriors Rubber Match Inevitable?

By Hans Themistode | Apr 14, 2017

Dec 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) at Quicken Loans Arena. Cleveland defeats Golden State 109-108. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 12, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandan Wright (34) sets a pick for Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) against Dallas Mavericks guard Yogi Ferrell (11) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

13. Memphis Grizzlies

Opponent: San Antonio Spurs

The Memphis has been struggling as of late, especially down the stretch. But let’s make this clear: No one wants to play this team in the playoffs.

The NBA postseason is usually played at a match slower pace and the physicality increases which plays right into the Grizzlies hands. Memphis poses an intimidating frontcourt matchup for any team, with Marc Gasol and Zach Randolph.

Even though the Grizzlies are matched up with the unrelenting San Antonio Spurs, they’ll be a tough out.

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