The Washington Wizards (37 - 28) took advantage of a short - handed Memphis Grizzlies team (45 - 20) Thursday with an easy 107 - 87 win at the Verizon Center. Memphis rested Mike Conley, Zach Randolph, and Marc Gasol on Thursday after taking a tough 95 - 92 loss in Boston on Wednesday. The Grizzlies more than competed with the Wizards in the early going, taking a 33 - 26 lead into the second quarter. The Wizards woke up in the second quarter, however, outscoring the Grizzlies 34 - 14 in the period to take a commanding lead. Washington's Marcin Gortat was dominant with 22 points, nine rebounds, three blocks, and three steals as the Wizards cruised to their second straight 20 - point victory. Memphis has fallen back to earth a little bit after losing three of its last four games. The absence of Conley, Randolph, and Gasol was apparent as the Grizzlies shot just 38 percent from the floor. JaMychal Green stepped into the starting lineup at power forward and posted a team - high 13 points on 6 - of - 11 shooting. The Grizzlies will look to bounce back at home Saturday when they host the Bucks. Washington was missing one of its front court starters as well with Nene Hilario sat out for personal reasons. The Wizards used their big lead to give some minutes to their role players. Ramon Sessions and Otto Porter got the most time off the bench, playing 27 and 28 minutes respectively and combining for 15 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists. Washington will return to action Saturday when Sacramento comes to the Verizon Center.
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