On April 17, Beijing time, the NBA playoffs began to compete, and there were two cold spots in the first game in the West. The 2nd Grizzlies upset losing 117-130 to the Timberwolves, and Morant couldn't save. The 4th Lone Ranger lost to the Jazz, in Doncic's absence, the Lone Ranger wants to beat the Jazz, it is indeed difficult, Mitchell led the team is expected to be under the gram, which is also a fierce situation in the West.
The Grizzlies have been outstanding in the regular season, finishing second in the West, and even in Morant's absence, they have maintained a high winning percentage, and the collective performance of the youngsters is very eye-catching. However, in the playoffs, they still paid the price for their youth, and against the Timberwolves, who were equally in good health, the Grizzlies lost their first home game.
Judging from the course of the game, the Grizzlies' defense had problems in the first quarter, they lost as many as 41 points in a single quarter, and although they scored 33 points enough, they were still eight points behind. The Timberwolves just played the playoffs, they're in good shape, the momentum is great, and this one is a continuation of the form. Edwards and Downs joined forces to make a threat, Beverley's play is also very critical, you can see that his 10 points, 6 assists and 6 rebounds, can lead the whole team.
Morant scored 32 points, but unfortunately could not be reversed, Edwards is 36 points, Towns 29 points, the double play is very good, but also the hero who led the team to win. At least for the Timberwolves, it's no accident that they proved they made it to the playoffs, that they have that strength, and that they have the opportunity to pose a greater threat to the Grizzlies. Of course, the Grizzlies still have time and space to adjust, and the key is to be yourself.
The lone ranger and jazz showdown, Doncic's absence has a big impact, but the lone ranger is still playing well, they were at home for a time a nine-point lead, Brunson and Dinwiddie became the key to the team's scoring. Mitchell became the key to the Jazz's victory, and his performance in the second two quarters was more eye-catching, he was only 1 of 9 in the first two quarters, but he scored 30 points in the second half, which also led the Jazz to win the game 99-93. Interestingly, Gobert only made one shot, but got 17 rebounds.