Memphis Grizzlies, Udrih Earn Game 1 Victory V. Portland

Key Game Notes

Portland’s LaMarcus Aldridge received a technical foul after arguing a call to the officials in the first quarter.

Although Beno Udrih was arguably Memphis’ top performer in this contest, the Grizzlies’ bench outscored Portland’s reserves 33 to 21, respectively.

Apr 19, 2015; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) goes to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the game in game one of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

Memphis’ Courtney Lee led all players in the +/- category with a +20 on the evening in 29 minutes of play.

The Trail Blazers shot a terrible 33.7% from the field while the Grizzlies shot a solid 44.3% as a team.

Portland attempt 26 three-pointers and made eight of them while Memphis tried nine and connected on three.

The Memphis Grizzlies registered just eight turnovers, yet Portland had just 13 of the errors.

Memphis’ Vince Carter shot just 1/5 from the field, including three attempts from deep.

Both teams were able to insert all of their available players into the game at some point.

Despite the loss, the Trail Blazers outrebounded Memphis 56-48.

Portland grabbed 16 offensive boards–doubling Memphis’ offensive rebound total.