The San Antonio Spurs defeated the host Memphis Grizzlies, 96 - 87, to take a 30 lead Friday in the Western Conference first - round playoffs at FedEx Forum. Despite the change of scenery, the end result was the same as the first two games of the series. The short - handed Grizzlies simply did n't have enough offense to overcome an already - dominant Spurs defense, and now face the seemingly impossible task of trying to steal Game 4 on Sunday to salvage their season. Friday, the Spurs were able to hold the Grizzlies to a paltry 22 percent success rate from three - point range, while also causing 14 turnovers. Conversely, they enjoyed a strong offensive game themselves, shooting 46 percent from the field, and 46 percent from three - point range. Kawhi Leonard led the way for San Antonio with a game - high 32 points, which he complemented with seven rebounds, two assists, five blocks and four steals. LaMarcus Aldridge supported him with a 16 - point, 10 - rebound double - double that also included an assist and a block. Danny Green stepped up with 11 points, four rebounds, three blocks and a steal. Manu Ginobli paced the reserves with 11 points, five assists, three rebounds and a steal. Zach Randolph spearheaded Memphis' attack with 20 points, 11 rebounds and an assist. Matt Barnes was next with 17 points, 11 boards, four assists and two steals. Vince Carter drew the start and tallied 11 points and eight rebounds. JaMychal Green led the second unit with 10 points, four rebounds, two assists and two blocks. The two teams will reconvene for Game 4 of the series on Sunday afternoon at FedEx Forum. A Spurs victory will give them a first - round sweep, while a Grizzlies upset will send the series back to San Antonio for Game 5.
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