A hot start for the hometown team led to a Memphis Grizzlies 108-92 victory over the Chicago Bulls at FedExForum on Tuesday night.
The Grizzlies converted 20 Bulls’ turnovers into 38 points, which is their most points off turnovers this season. Memphis improved to 42-36 on its regular season, guaranteeing its sixth consecutive winning season, and snapped its six-game losing streak. Chicago fell to 39-39 on the season.
Zach Randolph had a big night from the field, leading all scorers with 27 points (10-of-19 FG) to go with 10 rebounds, registering his 17th double-double of the season and eighth 20-point, 10-rebound effort.
Jordan Farmar notched a season-high 15 points and dished out four assists, while Matt Barnestallied 16 points and pulled down seven rebounds. From the bench, Vince Carter contributed 17 points to go with five rebounds and four assists.
For the Bulls, Nikola Mirotic led the way with 20 points and eight rebounds from the bench. Pau Gasol finished the game with 17 points and 10 rebounds, recording his 44th double-double of the season. Derrick Rose and Bobby Portis registered 12 points apiece.
The Grizzlies led the Bulls 54-44 going into the break. Memphis added another 29 points during the third frame to push its lead 83-65 entering the final period.
During the fourth quarter, Chicago was able to cut its deficit to 11 points (91-80) with 6:06 remaining in the period. However, a tenacious Grizzlies team fended off the Bulls and stretched the lead back to 16 points by the end of the game.
The Grizzlies return to action on Friday, April 8 in an away contest against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. and fans can tune into FOX Sports Southeast or 92.9 FM ESPN to catch the game. — By Rachel Noble/Grizzlies.com
Next Game
Tune in as the Grizzlies fight for playoff positioning against the Mavericks in Dallas on Friday, April 8. Tip-off is set for 7:30pm and fans can tune into FOX Sports Southeast or 92.9 FM ESPN to catch the game.
Next Home Game
The Grizzlies return to FedExForum on Saturday, April 9 to host the Golden State Warriors for the final home game of the Regular Season. Saturday is Fan Appreciation Night presented by First Tennessee Bank and all fans will receive a Grizzlies Poster.
