Memphis Grizzlies explode with 132 points and surprise the NBA this week
The round brought notable victories, such as Memphis' 132-123 win over Atlanta, and table turnarounds with the Denver Nuggets dropping to 5th place.
This week the NBA saw high-scoring games and some surprises. The Memphis Grizzlies overcame the Atlanta Hawks 132-123, while the Denver Nuggets were defeated 97-109 by the Utah Jazz.
The 76ers maintained their good form by beating the New York Knicks 120-97, and the LA Clippers secured a tight 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors.
Results of the week
| Date | Game | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 05/10 | Philadelphia 76ers x New York Knicks | 120-97 |
| 05/10 | Atlanta Hawks x Memphis Grizzlies | 123-132 |
| 04/10 | LA Clippers x Golden State Warriors | 104-101 |
| 04/10 | Denver Nuggets x Utah Jazz | 97-109 |
| 03/10 | Toronto Raptors x Miami Heat | 105-129 |
Notable results and changes in the standings
The offensive highlight went to the Memphis Grizzlies, who scored 132 points, the highest total of the round. In contrast, the Denver Nuggets gave up 109 points on the road and saw their position drop in the standings.
In the standings, the Detroit Pistons lead with a +2 differential, closely followed by the Miami Heat (+24) and the 76ers (+23). The teams tied for fourth place – Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks, Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic, Washington Wizards and Charlotte Hornets – remain with a zero differential.
The top scorers of the week were the Grizzlies players, who propelled the win with an explosive attack, and the 76ers scoring leaders, who secured the margin against the Knicks.
Standings
| # | Team | G | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Detroit Pistons | - | +2 | 0.5 |
| 2 | Miami Heat | - | +24 | 0.5 |
| 3 | Philadelphia 76ers | - | +23 | 0.5 |
| 4 | Boston Celtics | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Chicago Bulls | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Cleveland Cavaliers | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Indiana Pacers | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Milwaukee Bucks | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Brooklyn Nets | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Orlando Magic | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Washington Wizards | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Charlotte Hornets | - | 0 | 0.0 |
In the next round, the Sacramento Kings face the Los Angeles Lakers, while the Utah Jazz try to repeat the win against the Denver Nuggets. The games between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as the duel between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic, promise to further shake up the standings.
Teams looking to climb the rankings need to convert points into wins, especially the teams tied for fourth place that are still fighting for a higher standing.
- 06/10 — Sacramento Kings x Los Angeles Lakers
- 06/10 — Charlotte Hornets x Brooklyn Nets
- 07/10 — Oklahoma City Thunder x New Orleans Pelicans
- 07/10 — Utah Jazz x Denver Nuggets
- 07/10 — Golden State Warriors x Los Angeles Lakers
- 07/10 — Indiana Pacers x Minnesota Timberwolves
- 08/10 — Memphis Grizzlies x Orlando Magic
- 08/10 — Oklahoma City Thunder x Milwaukee Bucks
- 08/10 — Chicago Bulls x Phoenix Suns
- 08/10 — Portland Trail Blazers x Golden State Warriors
Data: imprensa internacional and Play Score database.
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