The Memphis Grizzlies decimated the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 (95-134) and remained alive in the series.
The Grizzlies never trailed in the game and led by as many as 55 points to cruise to the victory. Memphis shot at 47.5% from the field (47/99) and 43.9% from beyond the arc (18/41).
The Grizzlies DOMINATED the Warriors in Game 5 🐻 pic.twitter.com/iXJi7ZvNgh — ESPN (@espn) May 12, 2022
Seven players scored in double figures for the winners, with Tyus Jones having 21 points (8/12 shooting) and 9 assists. On the contrary, Klay Thompson led five Warriors players in double digits with 19 points.
Following the blowout win, the Grizzlies avoided elimination (3-2) and forced a Game 6 on Friday. Golden State will aim to bounce back and close out the series at Chase Center. If Memphis wins, though, they will even the series and force a Game 7 on Monday.
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