On April 27, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA playoffs continued. In a battle of focus that just ended, the Grizzlies beat the Grizzlies 111:109 at home to take a 3-2 lead in the series, with only one win left to advance to the Western Conference Semifinals!
The Grizzlies were able to win today, and star Morante was instrumental! Throughout the game, Morant played 44 minutes and shot 9-of-22, including 1-of-4 from three-point range and 11-of-17 from the free throw line, for a total of 30 points, 13 rebounds, 9 assists and 3 steals. In the final moments of the game, Morant hit a three-pointer and then hit both free throws. After Timberwolves Edwards equalised, Morant made a layup to complete the deadlock, scoring 18 points in the final quarter! In the 3rd quarter, Morant also offered a personal dunk that shocked the four!
After the end of the game, Morant was quickly rushed to the first position of the national hot search by the fans, which is enough to see how shocking Morant's performance was today, and Lakers star James was the first to tweet Morant's name.
Famous commentator Skip tweeted: "Facing Beverly and the Timberwolves, Morant became a superstar in the fourth quarter! Big Heart three-pointers, Big Heart free throws, left hand to end the game's layup. Step by step, young man, that's what I'm talking about! ”
He then tweeted: "This is one of the most exciting NBA playoff moments I've ever seen!" "Obviously, I can't believe that the Western Conference champion Grizzlies in my heart will lose the first round, and if they lose this game I believe the Grizzlies will lose this series." Now let's keep up the good work, Grizzlies! ”
In addition, the famous Perkins, SportsCenter, NBACentral and other media have tweeted praise for Morant's performance, and the NBA official has written: Not true!