Hawks Hold Off Grizzlies In Memphis
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the host Memphis Grizzlies, 99-92, at FedEx Forum on Friday evening.

The Grizzlies jumped out to a great start and led, 31-20, after one quarter. The Hawks turned things around in the second and outscored the hosts, 26-15, to tie it up at 46, by halftime. The visitors kept the momentum going in the third and pushed their way to an eight-point lead entering the final frame. The Grizzlies kept up the fight in the fourth, but it was not enough as the Hawks closed out their third straight win.

Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 41 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two steals, in 40 minutes. Bogdan Bogdanovic followed up with 16 points, six rebounds, three assists, a steal and two blocks, while Clint Capela added 15 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, a steal and a block.

Meanwhile, Jaren Jackson led the Grizzlies with 21 points, nine rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks, in 35 minutes. Jake LaRavia and Vince Williams added 14 points each, while Santi Aldama and Lamar Stevens chipped in 13 points each.

The Grizzlies (22-42) will look to bounce back as they clash with the Thunder in OKC on Sunday. The Hawks (29-34) play host to the Pelicans on Sunday.
Posted on: 3/8/2024 8:05 PM
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