Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Golden State Warriors use big third quarter to beat Memphis Grizzlies

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David Cobb, The Commercial Appeal
Published 11:54 p.m. CT Nov. 5, 2018 | Updated 5:00 p.m. CT Nov. 6, 2018

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As Grizzlies’ television play-by-play voice Pete Pranica noted, the crowd at Oracle Arena was “murmuring” in the first quarter.

The Grizzlies, playing their second game in two nights, put the clamps on Golden State early on Monday night. Memphis led by seven late in the opening frame and kept the advantage late into the second quarter.

Eventually, the defending NBA champions found a rhythm and improved to 10-1.

Golden State wore down a Grizzlies squad with only ten active players and cruised to a 117-101 win over Memphis.

The Grizzlies have lost two straight and are now 5-4. They host the 9-1 Denver Nuggets on Wednesday.

Here are five things to know as the Grizzlies’ prepare to host Denver, which is the only team that has defeated Golden State this season:

Where are Mike and Marc?

The night after a 3-for-16 shooting performance, Mike Conley scored Memphis’ first five points against the Warriors. He scored only four more the rest of the game.

The Grizzlies’ two veteran leaders — Conley and Marc Gasol — went missing on offense for the second night in a row. Gasol took only two shots in 28 minutes, finishing with eight points, 10 rebounds and nine assists.

Combined, Gasol and Conley finished with 17 points. They combined for just 19 points in a 102-100 loss at Phoenix on Sunday.

The two remain the team’s leaders in points per game, but their early-season inconsistencies may have cost the Grizzlies winnable road games against Sacramento and Phoenix.

Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol is introduced during player introduction before taking on the Atlanta Hawks in their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol before action against the Atlanta Hawks in their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (right) fouls Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter (left) during action of their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies defender Marc Gasol (back) guards Atlanta Hawks forward Miles Plumlee (front) during action of their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (middle) splits Atlanta Hawks defends Alex Len (left) and Vince Carter (right) in their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (left) drives for a lay-up against the Atlanta Hawks defense in their home-opener at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 19, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) grabs a rebound against Atlanta Hawks center Alex Len (25) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) passes the ball as Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio (3) defends in the first half during an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City.
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, center, battles for a rebound with Memphis Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr., right, while Grizzlies' Marc Gasol (33) watches in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City.
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) defends as Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio (3) shoots in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City.
Oct 22, 2018; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) shoots the ball over Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) during the second quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Oct 22, 2018; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) fouls Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) before Gasol can attempt a shot during the first quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Oct 22, 2018; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) dribbles the ball up the court with Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) looking to steal the ball during the second quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) defends as Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio (3) shoots in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) passes the ball as Utah Jazz guard Ricky Rubio (3) defends in the first half during an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, center, battles for a rebound with Memphis Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr., right, while Grizzlies' Marc Gasol (33) watches in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Oct 24, 2018; Sacramento, CA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) reacts to a call during the second quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, right, shoots over Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, in Sacramento, Calif.
Oct 24, 2018; Sacramento, CA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) looks to pass the ball during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Oct 24, 2018; Sacramento, CA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) reacts to a call during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, right, shoots over Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, in Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)
Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield, center, passes as he is triple-teamed by Memphis Grizzlies' Wayne Selden, left, Marc Gasol, second from left, and Dillon Brooks during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, in Sacramento, Calif. The Kings won 97-92. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, left, blocks the shot of Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, in Sacramento, Calif. The Kings won 97-92. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) drives against
Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol warms up before the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers, Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Karen Pulfer Focht)
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (bottom) is fouled by Atlanta Hawks defender Alex Len (top) during first quarter action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol puts up a shot against the Atlanta Hawks defense during first quarter action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol during first quarter action Atlanta Hawks at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol signals for a traveling call during first quarter action Atlanta Hawks at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Oct 2, 2018; Birmingham, AL, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots the ball as Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) defends during the first half at Legacy Arena at BJCC. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports
Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol (middle) grabs a rebound against the Atlanta Hawks during second quarter action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies teammates Marc Gasol (left) and Mike Conley (rihgt) during first quarter action against Atlanta Hawks at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol During Media Day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol During Media Day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol During Media Day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Marc Gasol during Memphis Grizzlies Media Day to kick off their season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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CORRECTS DATE Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) and center Marc Gasol (33) pose during the team's NBA basketball media day Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
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Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young (21) guards Memphis
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol speaks to the media

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Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol (33), of Spain, shoots against Minnesota Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns (32) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game on Monday, March 26, 2018, in Minneapolis. The Grizzlies won 101-93. (AP Photo/Hannah Foslien)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, right, controls the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Brook Lopez (11) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 24, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) looks to pass the ball from between Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, and forward Will Barton during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2017, file photo, Memphis Grizzlies forward Chandler Parsons (25), center Marc Gasol (33) and forward Zach Randolph (50) talk with referee Monty McCutchen during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns in Memphis, Tenn. McCutchen left his job on the floor during this season to become the league’s vice president and head of referee development and training. With tensions high this season with both players and coaches, he’s been conducting respect-for-the-game sessions with each team in hopes of creating a stronger working relationship. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill, File)
March 15, 2018 - Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) looks to pass to guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes, right, in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Monday, March 12, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Bucks center John Henson has his hands full trying
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Marc Gasol works for a shot during Friday night's game

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Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol, right, drives to the basket as Chicago Bulls' Kris Dunn, left, defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 7, 2018, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) grabs a rebound during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, March 2, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol holds his leg after falling to the court during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, March 2, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (left) applies

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Feb 28, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol covers his head

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) drives against against Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson during the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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February 09, 2018 - Marc Gasol speaks during a press

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February 09, 2018 - Marc Gasol speaks during a press

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz forward Joe Ingles (2) shoots against Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) react to a call during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (right) defends

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (left) defends

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol during third quarter

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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (right) is fouled

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Atlanta Hawks Dennis Schroder is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol during an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018 in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (right) jesters
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (middle) chats
Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young (21) guards Memphis
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol reacts after being
Jan 29, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center
Jan 29, 2018; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center
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Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) drives against
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) blocks a shot
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, center, struggles
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol reacts during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) drives against San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) drives against his brother and San Antonio Spurs center, Pau Gasol, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (right) is fouled
New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) fouls Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid, left, controls

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Jaren Jackson Jr. leads interior push

The Grizzlies’ prized rookie turned in arguably his most complete performance as a pro while serving as the team’s primary offensive option in the paint.

Jackson’s 15 points and five blocked shots helped Memphis to a 50-36 advantage in paint points. Jackson also pulled down six rebounds in 32 minutes.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. makes a shot over Houston Rockets forward Carmelo Anthony during their preseason game at the FedExForum on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) shoots as Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, center, battles for a rebound with Memphis Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr., right, while Grizzlies' Marc Gasol (33) watches in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum, right, fouls Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) in the first half during an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) grabs a rebound against Atlanta Hawks center Miles Plumlee (18) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Oct. 19, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) shoots as Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City.
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, center, battles for a rebound with Memphis Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr., right, while Grizzlies' Marc Gasol (33) watches in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, in Salt Lake City.
Oct 22, 2018; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) tries to keep Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) from getting to the basket during the first quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena.
Oct 17, 2018; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (4) takes a shot against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the third quarter at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Oct 17, 2018; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Cory Joseph (6) makes a pass against Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the third quarter at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis (11) and Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) get tied up as the fight for a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (20) and Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) jump for a rebound during the first half of the season opener at Banker's Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018.
Indiana Pacers forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) drives to the basket despite defense from Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) during the first half of the season opener at Banker's Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018.
Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. looks to put the ball up against Houston Rockets defender PJ Tucker during preseason action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 12, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. pounds the ball inside against Houston Rockets defender Carmelo Anthony during preseason action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 12, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) moves past Indiana Pacers Ike Anigbogu during the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, in Memphis, Tenn. The Grizzlies won in overtime, 109-104. (AP Photo/Karen Pulfer Focht)
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Indiana Pacers Edmond Sumner (5) goes up for a basket
Memphis Grizzlies head coach J.B. Bickerstaff and Memphis
Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) fouls near
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaren Jackson Jr. (left) drives the lane against Atlanta Hawks defender Kent Bazemore (right) during second quarter action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaren Jackson Jr. (right) drives the lane against Atlanta Hawks defender Omari Spellman (left) during first quarter action at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., Friday, October 5, 2018.

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Jaren Jackson Jr. tries to get past JaMychal Green during the Grizzlies open practice and scrimmage for fans at the FedExForum on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018.

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Jaren Jackson Jr. weaves through defenders during the Grizzlies open practice and scrimmage for fans at the FedExForum on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018.

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DETROIT, MI - MARCH 16: Jaren Jackson Jr. #2 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts during the first half against the Bucknell Bison in the first round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Little Caesars Arena on March 16, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. during their media day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. during their media day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. during their media day to kick off the season at the FedEx Forum on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018.

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Jaren Jackson Jr. spent one season at Michigan State
Park Tudor's Jaren Jackson cuts down the nets following
Park Tudor's Kobe Webster, left, and Jaren Jackson
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) goes
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Atlanta Hawks guard Antonius Cleveland (0) lays the ball up as Memphis Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) and Terry Larrier (28) defend during the first half of an NBA summer league basketball game Monday, July 2, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr., left, and Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) battle for position under the basket during the first half of an NBA summer league basketball game Monday, July 2, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) goes
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr., rear, defends against Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang, right, during the second half of an NBA summer league basketball game Tuesday, July 3, 2018, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
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Memphis Grizzlies draft picks Jaren Jackson Jr., left,

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Memphis Grizzles first-round draft pick Jaren Jackson

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Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. dunks against Michigan
Wisconsin Badgers forward Ethan Happ (22) works around
Michigan State Spartans forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (2)
Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (2) dunks
Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (2) celebrates
Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts during
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FILE - In this March 3, 2018, file photo, Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (2) dunks the ball against Michigan during the first half of an NCAA Big Ten Conference tournament semifinal college basketball game, in New York. Jackson is a possible pick in Thursday's NBA Draft.(AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, File)
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Jaren Jackson speaks with reporters during Day One
DETROIT, MI - MARCH 16: Jaren Jackson Jr. #2 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts during the first half against the Bucknell Bison in the first round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Little Caesars Arena on March 16, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Park Tudor's Jaren Jackson Jr. in 2015.
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Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. slaps the floor
Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts on the bench
Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. dunks during the
Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr., left, and Illinois'
Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. celebrates during
Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr., right, looks for
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Michigan State forward Jaren Jackson Jr. speaks with
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Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. (2) shoots against
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Michigan State's Jaren Jackson Jr. answers questions
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Dillon Brooks’ heat check

A night after exploding for a season-high 17 points against the Suns, Dillon Brooks unleashed another scoring spurt against Golden State. The second-year wing scored 11 points in a three-and-a-half minute-span during the first quarter.

Brooks scored eight points in a two-minute span during the fourth quarter against the Suns.

Brooks’ Monday outburst helped the Grizzlies to a 31-29 lead at the end of the first quarter. It was only the second time this season that Golden State trailed after the end of the first quarter. Brooks finished with 18 points.

Tougher schedule

Four of the the Grizzlies’ next five games are against teams with winning records. The good news? Four of those five games are at home. The Grizzlies are 3-0 at FedExForum this season. Wednesday night’s game against the Nuggets is the beginning of a three-game homestand that also includes games against Philadelphia and Utah.

Hustlin’ Jevon

Looking for a positive from Monday? Rookie point guard Jevon Carter scored a team-high 29 points for the Memphis Hustle in the team’s 126-125 loss at the Sioux Falls Force. Carter also has nine steals in two games with the Grizzlies’ G-League affiliate.

Reach Grizzlies beat writer David Cobb at david.cobb@commercialappeal.com and on Twitter @DavidWCobb.

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