Memphis Grizzlies vs Sacramento Kings — Recap

📰Game Recap

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies overcame an early deficit with a dominant second quarter sparked by Ty Jerome's scoring, ultimately defeating the Sacramento Kings. After trailing through the opening period, Memphis unleashed a decisive offensive surge to establish a lead it would not relinquish, proving the SportsFBI model's pregame lean of 62% for the Grizzlies to be correct.

Sacramento took the initiative early, outscoring Memphis 28-25 in the first quarter behind Zach LaVine’s assertive scoring and Darius Acuff Jr.’s distribution. LaVine eventually finished with a game-high 37 points and 5 assists, while Acuff Jr. added 22 points and 7 assists. However, the Grizzlies quickly responded in the second period, flipping the game's momentum with a commanding 42-31 scoring advantage. Jerome spearheaded the Memphis attack, finishing with 31 points and 6 assists, supported by Cameron Boozer's 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Jaylen Wells' efficient 16 points on 6-of-7 shooting.

Despite the Kings’ efforts to rally, including outscoring Memphis 31-29 in the third quarter, the Grizzlies maintained their advantage. Memphis then solidified its victory in the final frame, extending its lead further with a 27-22 scoring edge in the fourth quarter to secure the win.