Memphis Grizzlies Set Franchise Record with 27 3-Pointers in Blowout Win Over Golden State Warriors
The Memphis Grizzlies dominated the Golden State Warriors 144-93 on Thursday night, setting a franchise record with 27 3-pointers. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points and Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 17.
The Warriors struggled mightily, with Stephen Curry held without a field goal and finishing with just two points. Dennis Schröder, who was acquired by the Warriors just before the game, had a tough debut, scoring five points on 2-of-12 shooting.
The Grizzlies took control early, shooting 51% from the field and 12 of 25 from beyond the arc in the first half. The Warriors, on the other hand, shot just 23% overall and 7 of 24 from 3-point range, leading to a 69-38 halftime deficit.
The Grizzlies finished the game 27 of 48 (56.3%) from 3-point range, setting a new franchise record. Brandin Podziemski and Andrew Wiggins led the Warriors with 21 and 19 points, respectively.
The win marks the Grizzlies’ 11th in their last 13 games, while the Warriors have now lost eight of their last 10. The Grizzlies will look to keep their momentum going on Saturday night in Atlanta, while the Warriors will try to bounce back against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
