Memphis Grizzlies score vs. Boston Celtics: live updates
Damichael ColeThe Memphis Grizzlies didn't beat the Boston Celtics last season. Memphis also hasn't lost a game on its home floor this season.
Something has got to give.
Memphis (7-3) is hosting the reigning Eastern Conference champions on Monday night at FedxForum. Boston (6-3) is a 3.5-point favorite in what should be one of the top games on day where all 30 NBA teams are in action.
Boston leads the NBA in points per game, and the Grizzlies are fourth. The Celtics often play a small lineup, and that's where the Grizzlies could have their biggest advantage. Memphis is third in the NBA in rebounds per game, while the Celtics rank 26th.
Memphis has the size advantage, but it will need to guard well in space. Boston has two elite wing scorers in Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, plus sixth man Malcolm Brogdon plays a lot of minutes with the starters. The Grizzlies struggled guarding in space against the Utah Jazz, but they have done a better job the past three games.
The Celtics have dominated the series in recent seasons. They have swept the Grizzlies five of the past six seasons and won 12 of the last 13 meetings.
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