5 things learned in the Memphis Grizzlies overtime loss to the Boston Celtics

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Dec 20, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) is escorted from the court after receiving a flagrant two call late in the game against the Boston Celtics at FedExForum. Boston defeated Memphis in overtime 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Clutch time magic wore off

After a strong 12-0 record in super-clutch situations (when it’s at least a 3 point game within the final minute of the game), the Memphis Grizzlies have now dropped 2 games in the same predicament.

Behind the wizardry of Brad Stevens, the Boston Celtics prevailed in the “super-clutch” over the Memphis Grizzlies.

Why are the Memphis Grizzlies suddenly dropping these games?

Dave Fizdale and Marc Gasol have possible answers.

Fizdale said that in the prior two games, they didn’t have “rhythm and timing.” He also mentioned how they shouldn’t have been in those situations. Coach also took the blame for not drawing up better plays in crunch-time.

In the words of Marc Gasol, “you win some and you lose some.”

Both Gasol and Fizdale harped on their lack of communication and execution on the defensive end of the court. They didn’t switch when needed. In addition, they didn’t get enough stops.

It’s true. In sports, you win some and lose some. That’s just life.

Memphis Grizzlies fans shouldn’t be worried. It’s late December. Core players are healing from injury. Also, the Grizzlies are 18-12 and within striking distance of a top-4 seed.

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