Grizzlies hope to grab a road win in Utah: Preview

Jan 8, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) and Utah Jazz guard George Hill (3) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis Grizzlies defeats the Utah Jazz 88-79. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 8, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) and Utah Jazz guard George Hill (3) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis Grizzlies defeats the Utah Jazz 88-79. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
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The Memphis Grizzlies are struggling, but have faith. There is light at the end of this bumpy tunnel.

Last night’s loss in Portland provided plenty of frustration. Damian Lillard became un-guardable, even for Tony Allen, in the last few minutes of the game. A few no-calls later, and the Grizzlies were heading  to Salt Lake City with a loss.

A road trip to SLC is the second of six-straight road games for the Grizzlies. In most cases, the second half of a back-to-back in Utah spells trouble. However, this is Memphis Grizzlies we’re talking about. So, don’t expect that.

Jan 27, 2017; Portland, OR, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) reacts after missing a shot at the end of the game as Portland Trail Blazers guard Evan Turner (1), center Mason Plumlee (24) and guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrate in the background at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 27, 2017; Portland, OR, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) reacts after missing a shot at the end of the game as Portland Trail Blazers guard Evan Turner (1), center Mason Plumlee (24) and guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrate in the background at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Here are three key-factors in tonight’s game.