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Grizzlies vs Trail Blazers Final: 111-104 - Recap
The Trail Blazers were burned for 27 points by Brandon Clarke on Wednesday as the Grizzlies picked up a 111-104 win at FedExForum.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 234.5.
Memphis got 20 points from Ja Morant and another 12 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Ja Morant contributed 9 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 18 rebounds.
Portland got 23 points from CJ McCollum in a losing cause and another 22 points from Anfernee Simons. Damian Lillard contributed 10 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Carmelo Anthony had 15 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 67-63 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Memphis as they grabbed 57 boards, while Portland only had 51
Next game, Memphis takes its act on the road to face Sacramento looking for another win. For Portland, they head home to face New Orleans.