The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the host Atlanta Hawks, 103 - 91, at Philips Arena on Thursday. While this game was tight throughout the first half, Atlanta really made their mark in the second half. In fact, they outscored the Hawks, 48 - 39, across the final two quarters. Defense was key for the Grizzlies, as they held the Hawks to 40 percent from the field and 30 percent from three - point range. Rebounding was a decisive statistic as well, with Memphis winning that battle, 48 - 38. The Grizzlies also dominated the assist ratio, recording 28 assists to Atlanta's 18. The Grizzlies (39 - 30) have now won three - straight games, as they appear to be out of the slump that ailed them just last week. Marc Gasol picked up a rare triple - double, as he collected 18 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Mike Conley led the team in scoring, as he accrued 22 points, four rebounds and 12 assists. JaMychal Green recorded a double - double, totaling 14 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks. On deck for Memphis is a home matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. The Hawks (37 - 31) are rarely dominated in their home building, but playing this rough Memphis team is a serious task. Tim Hardaway Jr 'led the team in scoring, as he provided 18 points, four rebounds and three assists off the bench. Kent Bazemore led the starters, as he dropped 16 points. Dwight Howard recorded a double - double, amassing 10 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks. Taurean Prince also played well off the bench, producing 16 points, six rebounds and four blocks. Atlanta will look to play better on Saturday in a home matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers.
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