Rockets narrowly beat the Grizzlies and solidify their second place in the Western Conference! Shen Jing scores 32 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Green scores 27 points, and Morant returns with 27 points
Grizzlies 24-13 (3rd in west) and Rockets 24-12 (2nd in west) in the NBA regular season
The two teams were locked in a tight battle as they entered the fourth quarter, with both sides displaying exceptional shooting performances. The Rockets, in particular, seemed to have taken the upper hand with their aggressive defense and impressive scoring.
But in the final quarter, the Grizzlies staged a furious comeback, mounting a massive charge to try to pull ahead. However, it seemed like their efforts were in vain, as the Rockets' hot shooting continued to keep them at bay.
As the clock ticked down, it seemed like everything was on the line and both teams had to work hard to gain an edge. With only a slim lead separating the two sides, the Rockets knew that they could not afford to make any mistakes, while the Grizzlies were desperate to force the game into overtime.
As the final seconds ticked away, the Rockets narrowly held on to secure a hard-earned victory.