MINNEAPOLIS – Through the first two games of their first-round playoff series, the Grizzlies have relied on their bench to provide a game-altering boost.
In Game 1, the Grizzlies turned to their reserves late in the first quarter to fight back from a double-digit deficit before ultimately falling to the Timberwolves. In Game 2, Memphis backups came in early to help set the tone for the most lopsided home playoff win in franchise history.
So as the Grizzlies enter a pivotal Game 3 against the Timberwolves looking to reclaim homecourt advantage, coach Taylor Jenkins won’t hesitate to reach deep into his rotation and stick with players having the biggest impact.