The Memphis Grizzlies (27 - 20) earned an emphatic 103 - 83 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks (20 - 28) at FedEx Forum on Thursday. The Grizzlies have sat comfortably at fifth in the Western Conference for the majority of the season, and Thursday's win only solidifies the team's spot in the rankings. Memphis's reputation as a grind - it - out defensive team came to fruition against the Bucks, as they held Milwaukee to a platry 37 percent from the field. On offense, however, Memphis shot a respectable 48 percent. Sixth man Jeff Green delivered a 21 - point spark off the bench, while center Marc Gasol notched 15 points, eight rebounds, and four assists. Milwaukee's loss puts the team even further outside the playoff picture in the Eastern Conference. While center Greg Monroe posted a much - needed 21 points, the rest of the Bucks simply could not find the basket: Giannis Antetokounmpo went just 2 of 10 from the field, while Khris Middleton shot 6 for 18 on the night. The team's scoring troubles were compounded by their inability to hit from deep; Milwaukee hit just one three - pointer on the night. The Bucks face the second half of a back - to - back on Friday, as they return home to host the Miami Heat. Memphis, meanwhile, sees action Sunday against the surging Sacramento Kings.
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