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Match Preview: Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies

Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) during an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets in San Francisco, Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

The Golden State Warriors will face the Memphis Grizzlies on 13th May 2022, in what will be the 6th game of their ongoing series in the Western Conference Semi-Finals.

The Warriors currently lead the series 3-2, and they’ll have another chance to close out the series in game 6 after Memphis destroyed them in game 5 without Ja Morant.

Injury Report:

Warriors:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Andre IguodalaSGThu, May 5NeckExpected to be out until at least May 13
Gary Payton IIPGWed, May 4ElbowExpected to be out until at least Jun 2
James WisemanCSat, Mar 26KneeOut for the season
Source: CBS Sports

Grizzlies:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Ja MorantPGTue, May 10KneeExpected to be out until at least May 16
Killian TilliePFTue, May 10KneeExpected to be out until at least May 13
Santi AldamaPFTue, May 10KneeExpected to be out until at least May 13
Source: CBS Sports

Players to watch out for Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies

Dec 9, 2021; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) attempts a three-point shot during the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
  • Desmond Bane – Grizzlies

In the absence of Ja Morant, Bane needs to step up and help his team to get another win to force a Game 7 back at their home court which could make things interesting.

  • Stephen Curry – Warriors

Steph has been sensational in crucial moments this series, and he will look to have another stellar game to finally close out the Grizzlies and qualify for the next round.

Match Prediction & Telecast Details:

Even though the Grizzlies blew them out in the last game, the Warriors once again will be the favorites to win this game and close out the series.

Prediction:

  • Golden State Warriors to win the game.

The warriors go to the game with placing them at 1.29 odds to win it.

You can watch the game via NBA LEAGUE PASS

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