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NBA Twitter reacts to Warriors’ blowout win over Grizzlies in Game 3

After the Warriors surged to a blowout win over the Grizzlies in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead, NBA Twitter chimed in with different reactions.

With six players scoring in double-figures, the Golden State Warriors surged to a blowout 142-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3 to take a 2-1 lead in the second-round playoff series. 

Steph Curry quietly led the Warriors with 30 points on 7-of-14 shooting from the floor with six assists and two rebounds in 35 minutes. Jordan Poole added 27 points on 11-of-17 shooting from the floor with four boards and two assists in 31 minutes off the bench. 

Coming off back-to-back quiet shooting nights to start the series, Klay Thompson bounced back with 21 points on 8-of-13 shooting from the floor with nine rebounds and four assists. 

Jonathan Kuminga, Andrew Wiggins and Otto Porter all tallied 13 or more points in Game 3 against the Grizzlies. 

While the Warriors exploded on offense, Ja Morant tried to answer on his own. The Grizzlies All-Star guard notched a game-high 34 points on 13-of-21 shooting from the field with seven assists and three rebounds in 36 minutes. Morant left the contest in the fourth quarter after appearing to suffer a leg injury. 

After the Warriors grabbed a 2-1 lead in the series behind a fiery blowout win, the NBA community on Twitter chimed in with different reactions. Here’s a look at what fans and analysts were saying on Twitter on Saturday night. 

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3 observations: Warriors cruise to blowout in Game 3 vs. Grizzlies to take 2-1 series lead

Here’s a look at three different observations from the Warriors’ blowout win over the Grizzlies in Game 3.

While the first two games of the series included ejections, drama and late-game heroics, Game 3 was different due to the Golden State Warriors running away with a blowout win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night.

A third-quarter run set the Warriors up with a 21-point advantage heading into the final quarter. A flurry of late daggers from Jordan Poole helped the Warriors take a 2-1 lead in the series after a 142-112 win in Game 3.

Poole dropped 27 points off the bench on 11-of-17 shooting from the floor. Along with drilling three 3-pointers on five attempts from deep, the third-year guard added four rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes. Poole finished the contest with a game-best +33.

Despite the Warriors’ commanding win, Ja Morant showed no signs of slowing down. The Grizzlies All-Star guard tallied a game-high 34 points on 13-of-21 shooting from the floor with seven assists and three rebounds in 36 minutes. Morant left the game in the fourth quarter after appearing to suffer an injury.

Here’s three more observations from the Warriors’ win over the Grizzlies on Saturday night in San Francisco.

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Warriors vs. Grizzlies Game 2: Stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info for Tuesday

Before the Warriors meet the Grizzlies in Game 2, here’s everything you need to know for Tuesday’s contest, including how to watch.

In a wild Game 1 that featured a controversial ejection, multiple lead changes and clucth shots from both sides, the Golden State Warriors were able to hang on for a one-point victory over the Memphis Grizzlies to take a 1-0 lead on the road in the second round series.

With Draymond Green ejected before halftime, the Warriors mounted a second comeback to steal game one after Klay Thompson buried a 3-pointer with 36 second remaining. Despite missing free throws with the chance to extend Golden State’s lead, Thompson got a stop on the other end against Ja Morant to end the game, 117-116.

Despite Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. combining for 67 points and 10 3-pointers, it wasn’t enough to take out the Warriors in Game 1. Jordan Poole led the Warriors off the bench with 31 points on 12-of-20 shooting from the field in a team-high 38 minutes.

Before the Warriors meet the Grizzlies for Game 2, here’s everything you need to know about Tuesday’s contest, including how to watch.

NBA Twitter reacts to Warriors stealing Game 1 vs. Grizzlies in a thriller

After the Warriors held off the Grizzlies for a thrilling one-point win in game one, the NBA community chimed in on Twitter with different reactions.

Game one of the Golden State Warriors’ second-round playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies was a roller coaster. Back and forth lead changes, ejections, clutch 3-pointers, and missed free throws set the stage for a thriller in game one between the Grizzlies and Warriors.

Starting in the second quarter, Draymond Green exited the contest after receiving a flagrant two and being ejected on a questionable foul call. Along with Green’s ejection, the Warriors had to weather the storm from Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.

The Memphis duo combined for 67 points, including 10 made 3-pointers. Despite a red-hot Morant and Jackson Jr., the Grizzlies still couldn’t answer the Warriors. Down one of their All-Stars in a hostile environment, the Warriors showed the experience of three-time champions.

Jordan Poole and Steph Curry helped spark a second-half run to hold off the Grizzlies. Poole tallied a team-high 31 points on 12-of-20 shooting from the floor with nine assists and eight boards in 38 minutes off the bench. Curry added 24 points on 8-of-20 shooting from the floor, including five triples on 10 attempts from deep.

Down the final stretch, Morant exchanged timely buckets back and forth with the Warriors to keep the contest at a one-possession game. With the Warriors trailing by two, Klay Thompson came through clutch. After a cold night from deep, Thompson drilled a 3-pointer to give the Warriors a one-point advantage with only 36 seconds remaining.

After Curry forced a turnover with tough defense on Morant, Thompson had the chance to add to Golden State’s lead at the free-throw line, but he missed back-to-back attempts from the line, giving Memphis another chance.

With the Grizzlies holding a chance to win the game on the final possession, Golden State’s defense came up with a stop to steal game one, 117-116.

Following the Warriors’ win over the Grizzlies in game one’s battle, the NBA community on Twitter chimed in with different reactions. Here’s a look at what fans and analysts were saying on Sunday afternoon.

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Warriors vs. Grizzlies Game 1: Stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info for Sunday

Before the Warriors open the second round of the playoffs against the Grizzlies, here’s everything you need to know about game one, including how to watch.

The wait for round two is over. Sunday will mark the start of the highly-anticipated playoff series between the Western Conference No. 3 seed Golden State Warriors and the No. 2 seed Memphis Grizzlies.

After dropping three of the four contests against the Grizzlies in the regular season, the Warriors will have to find a way to slow down Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. to punch a ticket to the Western Conference Finals.

Following a minute restriction to start the playoffs, Steph Curry is back in the starting lineup for Steve Kerr’s squad. The eight-time All-Star recorded three games against the Denver Nuggets with 30 or more points in round one.

Curry and his fellow sharpshooters Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole will be in charge of matching Morant and company in a potential high-powered battle in the backcourt.

Before the Warriors open the second round of the playoffs against the Grizzlies, here’s everything you need to know about game one, including how to watch.

NBA Playoffs schedule: Warriors vs. Grizzlies second round series set

Before the Warriors meet the Grizzlies in Game 1 on Sunday, here’s a look at the full schedule for the second-round playoff series.

After the Golden State Warriors eliminated the Denver Nuggets in five games and the Memphis Grizzlies sent the Minnesota Timberwolves home in six games, the stage is set for the Grizzlies and Warriors to meet in the second round of the Western Conference postseason.

Before the Grizzlies host the Warriors for game one in Memphis on Sunday, here’s a look at the complete schedule for the second-round series.

Grizzlies eliminate Timberwolves in Game 6, will meet Warriors in second round of playoffs

After eliminating the Minnesota Timberwolves in game six, the stage is set for the Memphis Grizzlies to meet the Golden State Warriors in the second round of the playoffs.

After eliminating the Denver Nuggets in game five of the first round of the postseason, the Golden State Warriors were waiting for their opponent for the second-round series.

Following a win in game five, the Memphis Grizzlies needed just one more victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves to set up a date in round two with the Warriors.

On Friday, the Grizzlies surged past the Timberwolves in Minnesota 114-106 to punch a ticket to the Western Conference semi-finals. Demond Bane and Dillon Brooks each dropped 23 points to help push the Grizzlies past Karl Anthony-Towns and Anthony Edwards.

Six players for the Grizz tallied double-figure scoring efforts for the Grizzlies. Both Jaren Jackson Jr. (18 points and 14 rebounds) and Ja Morant (17 points and 11 assists) notched double-doubles.

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With the second-round tilt set, the Warriors will now have to find a way to slow down Morant and company. Game one is set to tip-off at 12:30 p.m. PT on Sunday in Memphis.

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NBA Twitter reacts to Warriors’ blowout loss vs. Grizzlies to end road trip

After the Warriors dropped an ugly blowout loss to the Grizzlies, the NBA Twitter community exploded with different reactions on Monday.

After losing three straight games and five of their last six, things didn’t get any easier for the Golden State Warriors on Monday against the Memphis Grizzlies to finish a five-game road trip.

Following a low-scoring battle in the first quarter, the Grizzlies jumped all over the Warriors in the second quarter. Memphis extended a four-point lead into a 26 point advantage before the halftime break.

On the final possession of the first half, Jordan Poole drove to the bucket for a layup that was sent away by De’Anthony Melton. Steve Kerr quickly exploded off the bench to plead for a goaltending call or basket interference. However, the Warriors didn’t receive the call and a furious Kerr was ejected from the game before halftime.

Without Kerr on the bench, and players like Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green ruled out for the contest, the Warriors didn’t have the firepower to complete any type of comeback against Memphis.

Desmond Bane drilled five triples on the way to scoring a team-high 22 points on Monday night. Melton added 21 points on 8-of-13 shooting from field off the bench. Brandon Clarke, Dillon Brooks and Kyle Anderson all notched double-figure scoring efforts as the Grizzlies hammered the Warriors, 123-95.

Jordan Poole led the Warriors with a game-high 25 points on 7-of-17 shooting from the field in 28 minutes. Poole has now recorded 20 or more points in 14 consecutive games.

After losing on Monday, the Warriors now trail the Grizzlies by five games for the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

Following the Warriors’ blowout loss to the Grizzlies, the NBA Twitter community exploded with different reactions. Here’s a look at what fans and analysts were saying on Monday night.

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Warriors at Grizzlies: Stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info for Monday

Here’s all you need to know ahead of Monday’s Warriors at Grizzlies game.

After dropping a game on Sunday night to the Washington Wizards, the Golden State Warriors will have a final chance to salvage a victory to end their road swing on Monday against the Memphis Grizzlies. If you’re wondering how you can watch the action live, you’ve come to the right place.

Heading into Monday’s contest, the Warriors are trailing the Grizzlies by four games for the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference playoff standings. However, the Warriors are reeling, losing five of their last six games. To bounce back, the Warriors will need some help on the second leg of a back-to-back to end a five-game road trip against a team that has won four straight.

Before tipoff in Memphis, here’s everything you need to know about Monday’s contest, including how to watch.

NBA Twitter reacts to Steph Curry’s 46 point performance during Warriors’ win vs. Grizzlies

After Steph Curry dropped 46 points during the Warriors’ win over the Grizzlies, the NBA community chimed in on Twitter. Here’s a look at what fans and analysts were saying on Thursday.

The last time Steph Curry suited up against the Memphis Grizzlies, he went scoreless in the fourth quarter and overtime on the way to a disappointing loss for the Golden State Warriors at home.

On Thursday, the guard got revenge against Ja Morant, Dillon Brooks and the Grizzlies.

Curry notched a game-high 46 points on 13-of-22 shooting from the field with five rebounds, two assists and a block on the way to Golden State’s 113-104 victory over Memphis. The record-breaking sharpshooter got hot from long-distance, drilling eight triples on 14 attempts from long distance.

Golden State’s Most Valuable Player candidate got especially hot in the second half, scoring 15 points in each of the third and fourth quarters. Curry buried six of his 3-pointers in the second half to put the Grizzlies away.

Curry’s explosive performance against the Grizzlies was his second-highest scoring run of the season and his first 40 point effort since Nov. 18.

After the Warriors improved to 26-6 behind Curry’s flamethrower run, the NBA community on Twitter chimed in with a flurry of reactions. Here is a look at what fans and analysts were saying about Curry and the Warriors on Thursday night.

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