It may have lacked the physicality of a typical Grizzlies game over the course of the last decade, but the Spurs 104-91 preseason victory over Memphis’ new look squad had many of the other characteristics of their classic matchups. Two digit offensive ratings for both teams? Check. Field goal percentages that would freeze water? Almost. More fouls and turnovers than made shots? You bet.
After the first three scintillating minutes of game play, the teams had combined for a total of three points. Fortunately, the rest of the first quarter, at least for the Silver and Black, was much easier to watch as the Spurs’ offense hit a nice rhythm.