The Grizzlies carry an 89-76 advantage into the fourth after pulling away in the third.
Memphis leads Utah 89-76 after three quarters, extending its advantage with a 31-24 third. The Grizzlies took the first 30-21, then Utah answered with a 31-28 second quarter. Keyonte George has a game-high 20 points for Utah, while Memphis’ Cedric Coward has 13 points and eight rebounds. Memphis entered 3-0 and fifth in the power index; Utah was 1-2 and ranked 22nd, with the fourth quarter still to come.
Key Performers
Keyonte George (Utah): 20 points, 7-for-11 shooting Cedric Coward (Memphis): 13 points, 8 rebounds Airious Bailey (Utah): 11 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks