Match Preview: Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies
The Golden State Warriors will face the Memphis Grizzlies on 11th May 2022, in what will be the 5th game of their ongoing series in the Western Conference Semi-Finals.
The Warriors currently lead the series 3-1, and they’ll have a chance to close out the series in game 5, as Memphis will be without Ja Morant, who will be sidelined due to an injury.
Warriors:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Iguodala | SG | Thu, May 5 | Neck | Expected to be out until at least May 13 |
| Gary Payton II | PG | Wed, May 4 | Elbow | Expected to be out until at least Jun 2 |
| James Wiseman | C | Sat, Mar 26 | Knee | Out for the season |
Grizzlies:
| PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ja Morant | PG | Tue, May 10 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least May 16 |
| Killian Tillie | PF | Tue, May 10 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least May 13 |
| Santi Aldama | PF | Tue, May 10 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least May 13 |
In the absence of Ja Morant, Bane needs to step up and help his team to get the win at home to force a Game 6 back in San Francisco.
Steph has been sensational in crucial moments this series, and he will look to have another stellar game to close out the Grizzlies and qualify for the next round.
The Warriors once again will be the favorites to win this game and close out the series, as Memphis is still without its best player in Ja Morant.
Prediction:
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