Rockets overcome Cavaliers, 117-103, on Saturday
The Houston Rockets took down the Cleveland Cavaliers, 117-103, at the Toyota Center on Saturday.
It was a back-and-forth affair for much of the first quarter, but the home team Rockets (32-35) won the second frame, 36-25, to take a 16-point lead into halftime. Things didn’t get easier for the Cavaliers (42-25), as they struggled to shoot the ball and found themselves down by 25 points after three quarters. Cleveland weren’t able to mount a comeback down the stretch, and both teams opted to empty their benches midway through the fourth quarter. The Rockets improved to 23-11 at home, while the Cavaliers dropped to 20-12 on the road.
Caris LeVert led the way for the Cavaliers off the bench with 21 points, three rebounds, seven assists and three steals. Georges Niang chipped in 14 points, five rebounds and two assists, while Donovan Mitchell added 13 points, three rebounds and two assists. Sam Merrill contributed 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists in reserve. Jarrett Allen tallied 10 points, seven rebounds and three rebounds.
Jalen Green led the Rockets with 26 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and two blocks for his fifth double-double of the season. Jabari Smith had 20 points, seven rebounds, two assists and three blocks. Amen Thompson finished with 18 points and eight rebounds, while Dillon Brooks had 12 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals. Fred VanVleet notched his 19th double-double of the season with 13 points, five rebounds and 16 assists.
Next up, the Cavaliers wrap up their three-game road trip March 18 against the Indiana Pacers, while the Rockets visit the Washington Wizards on March 19.
It was a back-and-forth affair for much of the first quarter, but the home team Rockets (32-35) won the second frame, 36-25, to take a 16-point lead into halftime. Things didn’t get easier for the Cavaliers (42-25), as they struggled to shoot the ball and found themselves down by 25 points after three quarters. Cleveland weren’t able to mount a comeback down the stretch, and both teams opted to empty their benches midway through the fourth quarter. The Rockets improved to 23-11 at home, while the Cavaliers dropped to 20-12 on the road.
Caris LeVert led the way for the Cavaliers off the bench with 21 points, three rebounds, seven assists and three steals. Georges Niang chipped in 14 points, five rebounds and two assists, while Donovan Mitchell added 13 points, three rebounds and two assists. Sam Merrill contributed 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists in reserve. Jarrett Allen tallied 10 points, seven rebounds and three rebounds.
Jalen Green led the Rockets with 26 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and two blocks for his fifth double-double of the season. Jabari Smith had 20 points, seven rebounds, two assists and three blocks. Amen Thompson finished with 18 points and eight rebounds, while Dillon Brooks had 12 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals. Fred VanVleet notched his 19th double-double of the season with 13 points, five rebounds and 16 assists.
Next up, the Cavaliers wrap up their three-game road trip March 18 against the Indiana Pacers, while the Rockets visit the Washington Wizards on March 19.
Pelicans Pull Away Late, Top Trail Blazers
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, 126-107, at Smoothie King Center on Saturday evening.
The Pelicans (41-26) had to work harder than expected to get past the Trail Blazers (19-48) in this one despite the difference in records from each team. Portland put up quite a fight and made things difficult for New Orleans, but the Pels finished the first quarter on top by a slim three-point margin (36-33). A 37-25 score in the second quarter gave New Orleans a five-point lead at the break. The Blazers just wouldn’t go away, but the Pelicans still found a way to extend their lead. By the time the third quarter ended, the Pelicans were already up by 10 points following a 29-24 score. New Orleans pulled away for good in the final 12 minutes and established the final differential after a 24-15 score in the fourth quarter. With the win, the Pelicans moved to 20-13 at home. Meanwhile, the Blazers fell to 8-24 on the road.
CJ McCollum led the way for the Pelicans with 30 points, eight assists, two rebounds and two steals. Zion Williamson had 26 points and 10 rebounds. Brandon Ingram recorded 22 points and seven rebounds. Trey Murphy III finished with 20 points, six rebounds and five assists. Jonas Valanciunas had four points, three rebounds and five assists. Naji Marshall added 11 points off the bench. New Orleans shot 53.6 percent from the field and 39.4 percent from deep.
Dalano Banton led the way for the Trail Blazers with 28 points, six assists and five rebounds. Anfernee Simons had 25 points and eight assists. Deandre Ayton couldn’t record another double-double after posting 20 points and eight rebounds while adding two assists. Toumani Camara had 11 points and six rebounds. The Trail Blazers shot 50 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from three-point range.
The Pelicans (41-26) had to work harder than expected to get past the Trail Blazers (19-48) in this one despite the difference in records from each team. Portland put up quite a fight and made things difficult for New Orleans, but the Pels finished the first quarter on top by a slim three-point margin (36-33). A 37-25 score in the second quarter gave New Orleans a five-point lead at the break. The Blazers just wouldn’t go away, but the Pelicans still found a way to extend their lead. By the time the third quarter ended, the Pelicans were already up by 10 points following a 29-24 score. New Orleans pulled away for good in the final 12 minutes and established the final differential after a 24-15 score in the fourth quarter. With the win, the Pelicans moved to 20-13 at home. Meanwhile, the Blazers fell to 8-24 on the road.
CJ McCollum led the way for the Pelicans with 30 points, eight assists, two rebounds and two steals. Zion Williamson had 26 points and 10 rebounds. Brandon Ingram recorded 22 points and seven rebounds. Trey Murphy III finished with 20 points, six rebounds and five assists. Jonas Valanciunas had four points, three rebounds and five assists. Naji Marshall added 11 points off the bench. New Orleans shot 53.6 percent from the field and 39.4 percent from deep.
Dalano Banton led the way for the Trail Blazers with 28 points, six assists and five rebounds. Anfernee Simons had 25 points and eight assists. Deandre Ayton couldn’t record another double-double after posting 20 points and eight rebounds while adding two assists. Toumani Camara had 11 points and six rebounds. The Trail Blazers shot 50 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from three-point range.
Pacers Overcome Slow Start, Defeat Nets
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Brooklyn Nets, 121-100, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday evening.
The Pacers (38-30) had to work hard to get past the Nets (26-41) in front of 17,009 fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Nets looked good in the early going and jumped to a 30-25 lead in the first quarter. However, Indiana responded with a 34-27 second quarter, turning the five-point deficit into a two-point advantage. The Pacers pulled away for good in the third quarter following a 27-21 score, and the Nets simply didn’t have enough in them to fight back. The Pacers closed things out with a 35-22 score in the final 12 minutes of action. With the win, the Pacers moved to 21-14 at home, while the Nets fell to 10-23 on the road.
Pascal Siakam carried the Pacers on offense with 28 points, but he also added 11 rebounds, four assists and three steals. Aaron Nesmith had 16 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals. Myles Turner finished with 11 points and seven rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton chipped in with 14 points, seven boards, four assists and two steals. T.J. McConnell had 13 points off the bench.
Cam Thomas led the way for the Nets on offense with 22 points and eight rebounds. Dennis Schroder posted 13 points and five dimes. Mikal Bridges went 1-for-8 from the field and racked up seven points, seven rebounds and four assists. Dorian Finney-Smith posted 12 points and four rebounds. Cameron Johnson chipped in with 14 points, four rebounds, two assists and two steals off the bench.
The Pacers (38-30) had to work hard to get past the Nets (26-41) in front of 17,009 fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Nets looked good in the early going and jumped to a 30-25 lead in the first quarter. However, Indiana responded with a 34-27 second quarter, turning the five-point deficit into a two-point advantage. The Pacers pulled away for good in the third quarter following a 27-21 score, and the Nets simply didn’t have enough in them to fight back. The Pacers closed things out with a 35-22 score in the final 12 minutes of action. With the win, the Pacers moved to 21-14 at home, while the Nets fell to 10-23 on the road.
Pascal Siakam carried the Pacers on offense with 28 points, but he also added 11 rebounds, four assists and three steals. Aaron Nesmith had 16 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals. Myles Turner finished with 11 points and seven rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton chipped in with 14 points, seven boards, four assists and two steals. T.J. McConnell had 13 points off the bench.
Cam Thomas led the way for the Nets on offense with 22 points and eight rebounds. Dennis Schroder posted 13 points and five dimes. Mikal Bridges went 1-for-8 from the field and racked up seven points, seven rebounds and four assists. Dorian Finney-Smith posted 12 points and four rebounds. Cameron Johnson chipped in with 14 points, four rebounds, two assists and two steals off the bench.
76ers Control Game To Secure Win Over Hornets
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 109-98, at Wells Fargo Center on Saturday evening.
The 76ers (37-30) have been struggling of late, but that shouldn’t surprise anyone, given the absences they’ve been dealing with. Regardless, the team moved seven games above the .500 mark with a composed win over the Hornets (17-51). The Hornets were constantly fighting back, but in the end, the 76ers closed the game out when it mattered the most. Philadelphia jumped to a 27-24 lead in the first quarter, and by the time the second quarter ended, the differential was six points. The 76ers didn’t step off the gas in the second half and won the final two quarters, 26-24 and 30-27, to close the game out. With the win, the 76ers moved to 20-15 at home. Meanwhile, the Hornets fell to 8-27 on the road.
Tyrese Maxey led the way for the Sixers with 30 points, four assists and three rebounds. Kelly Oubre Jr. had a strong showing as well, finishing with 22 points. No other Philadelphia starter posted 10 or more points. The bench stepped up in a big way, though. Buddy Hield had 14 points off the bench, while Paul Reed came close to a double-double of 11 points and eight rebounds. The Sixers shot 44.4 percent from the field and 31.7 percent from deep.
Tre Mann had 21 points to lead the Hornets, and he also added eight rebounds with six assists. Vasilije Micic and Nick Richards each had 11 points. Richards also posted 11 rebounds, while Micic dished out four assists. Miles Bridges recorded 14 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Brandon Miller had six points across 15 minutes before being ejected. The Hornets shot 45.1 percent from the field and 32.3 percent from beyond the arc.
The 76ers (37-30) have been struggling of late, but that shouldn’t surprise anyone, given the absences they’ve been dealing with. Regardless, the team moved seven games above the .500 mark with a composed win over the Hornets (17-51). The Hornets were constantly fighting back, but in the end, the 76ers closed the game out when it mattered the most. Philadelphia jumped to a 27-24 lead in the first quarter, and by the time the second quarter ended, the differential was six points. The 76ers didn’t step off the gas in the second half and won the final two quarters, 26-24 and 30-27, to close the game out. With the win, the 76ers moved to 20-15 at home. Meanwhile, the Hornets fell to 8-27 on the road.
Tyrese Maxey led the way for the Sixers with 30 points, four assists and three rebounds. Kelly Oubre Jr. had a strong showing as well, finishing with 22 points. No other Philadelphia starter posted 10 or more points. The bench stepped up in a big way, though. Buddy Hield had 14 points off the bench, while Paul Reed came close to a double-double of 11 points and eight rebounds. The Sixers shot 44.4 percent from the field and 31.7 percent from deep.
Tre Mann had 21 points to lead the Hornets, and he also added eight rebounds with six assists. Vasilije Micic and Nick Richards each had 11 points. Richards also posted 11 rebounds, while Micic dished out four assists. Miles Bridges recorded 14 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Brandon Miller had six points across 15 minutes before being ejected. The Hornets shot 45.1 percent from the field and 32.3 percent from beyond the arc.
Bulls Blast Wizards, 127-98
The Chicago Bulls defeated the Washington Wizards, 127-98, at United Center on Saturday night.
The Bulls (33-35) wasted no time validating their status as heavy favorites, jumping out to a 32-19 lead through one and tacking another nine points on to their advantage in the second period. The 22-point halftime edge was already enough, but Chicago finished the third quarter ahead by four more over the Wizards (11-56), leaving no doubt as to the final outcome.
Corey Kispert led the Wizards with 16 points, adding three rebounds, one assist, three steals and three blocks. Bilal Coulibaly furnished 15 points, eight boards, two assists and one steal. Jordan Poole posted 13 points, eight assists and one steal. Justin Champagnie supplied 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal. Kyle Kuzma matched Champagnie's scoring and collected five rebounds, four assists and one steal.
Ayo Dosunmu paced the Bulls with 34 points, complementing them with nine assists, three rebounds and one steal. Nikola Vucevic generated a 29-point, 13-rebound double-double that included two assists and one steal. Alex Caruso registered 16 points, five rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block. Andre Drummond and DeMar DeRozan finished with 13 points apiece while adding nine rebounds and six assists, respectively. DeRozan also contributed four rebounds, two steals and two blocks.
The Wizards return home to face the Boston Celtics on Sunday evening, while the Bulls remain home to host the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.
The Bulls (33-35) wasted no time validating their status as heavy favorites, jumping out to a 32-19 lead through one and tacking another nine points on to their advantage in the second period. The 22-point halftime edge was already enough, but Chicago finished the third quarter ahead by four more over the Wizards (11-56), leaving no doubt as to the final outcome.
Corey Kispert led the Wizards with 16 points, adding three rebounds, one assist, three steals and three blocks. Bilal Coulibaly furnished 15 points, eight boards, two assists and one steal. Jordan Poole posted 13 points, eight assists and one steal. Justin Champagnie supplied 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal. Kyle Kuzma matched Champagnie's scoring and collected five rebounds, four assists and one steal.
Ayo Dosunmu paced the Bulls with 34 points, complementing them with nine assists, three rebounds and one steal. Nikola Vucevic generated a 29-point, 13-rebound double-double that included two assists and one steal. Alex Caruso registered 16 points, five rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block. Andre Drummond and DeMar DeRozan finished with 13 points apiece while adding nine rebounds and six assists, respectively. DeRozan also contributed four rebounds, two steals and two blocks.
The Wizards return home to face the Boston Celtics on Sunday evening, while the Bulls remain home to host the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.
Thunder Gets Past Grizzlies, 118-112
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies, 118-112, at FedEx Forum on Saturday night.
The Thunder (47-20) came in as solid favorites despite the return of Desmond Bane from an ankle injury for the Grizzlies (23-45), but Memphis sent the message it would be a hotly contested game when they went into halftime down just 56-54. Oklahoma City was able to create 11 points of separation in the third quarter to seemingly build a comfortable lead, but the game ultimately wasn't decided until Jalen Williams sunk a pair of free throws with 4.1 seconds remaining.
Williams led the Thunder with 23 points, adding seven rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal. Chet Holmgren generated a 22-point, 11-rebound double-double that included two assists, three blocks and one steal. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander furnished 20 points, seven rebounds, three assists and one block. Josh Giddey provided 13 points, six boards and two assists. Luguentz Dort turned in 12 points, five rebounds and four assists.
Bane paced the Grizzlies with 22 points, complementing them with seven assists, three rebounds and one block. GG Jackson tallied 19 points, four rebounds, four assists and one block. Jaren Jackson Jr. matched his teammate's scoring and also produced seven assists, six rebounds, two steals and one block. Santi Aldama registered 16 points, six rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block. Jake LaRavia delivered 14 points, four rebounds and two steals.
The Thunder return home to host the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night, while the Grizzlies visit the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.
The Thunder (47-20) came in as solid favorites despite the return of Desmond Bane from an ankle injury for the Grizzlies (23-45), but Memphis sent the message it would be a hotly contested game when they went into halftime down just 56-54. Oklahoma City was able to create 11 points of separation in the third quarter to seemingly build a comfortable lead, but the game ultimately wasn't decided until Jalen Williams sunk a pair of free throws with 4.1 seconds remaining.
Williams led the Thunder with 23 points, adding seven rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal. Chet Holmgren generated a 22-point, 11-rebound double-double that included two assists, three blocks and one steal. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander furnished 20 points, seven rebounds, three assists and one block. Josh Giddey provided 13 points, six boards and two assists. Luguentz Dort turned in 12 points, five rebounds and four assists.
Bane paced the Grizzlies with 22 points, complementing them with seven assists, three rebounds and one block. GG Jackson tallied 19 points, four rebounds, four assists and one block. Jaren Jackson Jr. matched his teammate's scoring and also produced seven assists, six rebounds, two steals and one block. Santi Aldama registered 16 points, six rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block. Jake LaRavia delivered 14 points, four rebounds and two steals.
The Thunder return home to host the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night, while the Grizzlies visit the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.
Warriors Defeat Lakers, 128-121
The Golden State Warriors defeated the host Los Angeles Lakers. 128-121, at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday.
While there were only four ties and seven lead changes in this game, neither team led by more than 11 points. That was Golden State, outscoring Los Angeles in the second and third quarters, 72-57. They never gave up the lead in the second half. The Warriors shot 53 percent from the field and 41 percent from three-point range while holding the Lakers to 51 percent from the field and 35 percent from long range. They also out-assisted LA, 38-32, while outscoring them in the paint, 62-54.
The Warriors (35-31) were led by Stephen Curry, collecting 31 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals. Jonathan Kuminga compiled 23 points, two rebounds and four assists. Andrew Wiggins amassed 16 points and six rebounds, while Draymond Green finished with six points, 12 rebounds and 13 assists. Klay Thompson led the bench with 26 points, four rebounds and three assists.
The Lakers (36-32) were led by LeBron James, tallying 40 points, eight rebounds and nine assists. D'Angelo Russell registered 23 points, three rebounds and 11 assists. Rui Hachimura totaled 14 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Austin Reaves had 11 points, three rebounds and three assists. Anthony Davis had to depart after the first quarter because of an eye poke.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Los Angeles remaining home to play the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State returning home to face the New York Knicks.
While there were only four ties and seven lead changes in this game, neither team led by more than 11 points. That was Golden State, outscoring Los Angeles in the second and third quarters, 72-57. They never gave up the lead in the second half. The Warriors shot 53 percent from the field and 41 percent from three-point range while holding the Lakers to 51 percent from the field and 35 percent from long range. They also out-assisted LA, 38-32, while outscoring them in the paint, 62-54.
The Warriors (35-31) were led by Stephen Curry, collecting 31 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals. Jonathan Kuminga compiled 23 points, two rebounds and four assists. Andrew Wiggins amassed 16 points and six rebounds, while Draymond Green finished with six points, 12 rebounds and 13 assists. Klay Thompson led the bench with 26 points, four rebounds and three assists.
The Lakers (36-32) were led by LeBron James, tallying 40 points, eight rebounds and nine assists. D'Angelo Russell registered 23 points, three rebounds and 11 assists. Rui Hachimura totaled 14 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Austin Reaves had 11 points, three rebounds and three assists. Anthony Davis had to depart after the first quarter because of an eye poke.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Los Angeles remaining home to play the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State returning home to face the New York Knicks.
T'Wolves Defeat Jazz, 119-100
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the host Utah Jazz, 119-100, at Vivint Arena on Saturday.
While these two teams tied the first two quarters, Minnesota outscored Utah by at least nine points in the final two quarters. That 71-52 second half carried the Timberwolves to this blowout win, maintaining a double-digit lead for the closing six minutes. There were 11 ties and 10 lead changes through the opening 30 minutes before Minnesota took control. The Timberwolves shot 46 percent from three-point range (19-of-41), while the Jazz connected on just 23 percent (6-of-26). They also recorded 31 assists to eight turnovers, while Utah had 24 assists to 15 turnovers.
The Timberwolves (46-21) were led by Anthony Edwards, finishing with 31 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, three steals and three blocks. Mike Conley collected 25 points, two rebounds and two assists. Naz Reid tallied 22 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks. Kyle Anderson amassed four points, five rebounds, nine assists and two steals.
The Jazz (29-38) were led by Keyonte George, generating 18 points, three rebounds and two assists. Collin Sexton led the bench with 22 points, two rebounds and 10 assists. Trey Hendricks totaled 15 points and 10 boards, while Walker Kessler compiled seven points and 10 boards. Omer Yurtseven provided 14 points, five rebounds and three blocks off of the bench as well.
These teams will have a rematch on Monday for their next outing.
While these two teams tied the first two quarters, Minnesota outscored Utah by at least nine points in the final two quarters. That 71-52 second half carried the Timberwolves to this blowout win, maintaining a double-digit lead for the closing six minutes. There were 11 ties and 10 lead changes through the opening 30 minutes before Minnesota took control. The Timberwolves shot 46 percent from three-point range (19-of-41), while the Jazz connected on just 23 percent (6-of-26). They also recorded 31 assists to eight turnovers, while Utah had 24 assists to 15 turnovers.
The Timberwolves (46-21) were led by Anthony Edwards, finishing with 31 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, three steals and three blocks. Mike Conley collected 25 points, two rebounds and two assists. Naz Reid tallied 22 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks. Kyle Anderson amassed four points, five rebounds, nine assists and two steals.
The Jazz (29-38) were led by Keyonte George, generating 18 points, three rebounds and two assists. Collin Sexton led the bench with 22 points, two rebounds and 10 assists. Trey Hendricks totaled 15 points and 10 boards, while Walker Kessler compiled seven points and 10 boards. Omer Yurtseven provided 14 points, five rebounds and three blocks off of the bench as well.
These teams will have a rematch on Monday for their next outing.
Knicks Squeeze Past Kings In Sacramento
By Dan Bruno
The New York Knicks defeated the host Sacramento Kings, 98-91, at Golden 1 Center on Saturday evening.
The game got out to a competitive start as the Kings led, 22-21, after one quarter. The pace picked up the second, where the Knicks pulled in front for a, 53-48, lead by halftime. The visitors stayed in front for most of the third and held on to a one-point edge heading into the final frame. The Kings reclaimed the upper hand early in the fourth, but the Knicks closed on a, 14-9, run to secure their third straight win. This also marks the end of a two-game win streak for the Kings.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 42 points, four rebounds, two assists, four steals and a block, in 36 minutes. Donte DiVincenzo followed up with 15 points, two rebounds, two assists and a steal, while Isaiah Hartenstein logged seven points, 14 rebounds, three assists, a steal and four blocks.
Meanwhile, Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with 21 points, 14 rebounds, two assists and a steal, in 40 minutes. De'Aaron Fox followed up with 20 points, seven rebounds, nine assists and two steals, while Malik Monk added 18 points, four rebounds and four assists.
The Kings (38-28) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Grizzlies on Monday. The Knicks (40-27) take on the Warriors in Golden State on Monday.
The game got out to a competitive start as the Kings led, 22-21, after one quarter. The pace picked up the second, where the Knicks pulled in front for a, 53-48, lead by halftime. The visitors stayed in front for most of the third and held on to a one-point edge heading into the final frame. The Kings reclaimed the upper hand early in the fourth, but the Knicks closed on a, 14-9, run to secure their third straight win. This also marks the end of a two-game win streak for the Kings.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 42 points, four rebounds, two assists, four steals and a block, in 36 minutes. Donte DiVincenzo followed up with 15 points, two rebounds, two assists and a steal, while Isaiah Hartenstein logged seven points, 14 rebounds, three assists, a steal and four blocks.
Meanwhile, Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with 21 points, 14 rebounds, two assists and a steal, in 40 minutes. De'Aaron Fox followed up with 20 points, seven rebounds, nine assists and two steals, while Malik Monk added 18 points, four rebounds and four assists.
The Kings (38-28) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Grizzlies on Monday. The Knicks (40-27) take on the Warriors in Golden State on Monday.