Memphis Grizzlies: 5 takeaways from euphoric Game 5 upset over Golden State

No. 4: Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks course-corrected in Game 5

After a cavalcade of disdain reigned down on Dillon Brooks via social media after a horrendous Game 4 performance, the Grizzlies veteran bounced back and played well in Game 5.

Was his performance good enough to forget Game 4? Probably not. But, it’s a start.

Brooks’ shot selection was infinitely better, going 5-13 from the field for 12 points. He also dished out 4 assists and grabbed 4 rebounds.

His signature defense was outstanding, primarily guarding Stephen Curry for the majority of his time on the court, holding him to just 14 total points on 4-10 shooting (3-8 3PT).

No. 5: Memphis Grizzlies embraced their greatest strengths in Game 5

All season long, the Grizzlies have excelled at rebounding the ball, forcing turnovers, and scoring in the paint.

For the first time all series long, Memphis was able to lean into their strengths and Golden State could not keep pace.

The Grizzlies grabbed 55 rebounds to Golden State’s 37. More importantly, Memphis pulled down 18 offensive rebounds, which led to 24 second-chance points. The Warriors had just 4 offensive rebounds and 5 second-chance points in the whole game.

Golden State recorded 22 turnovers in Game 5, 12 of which were caused by Memphis steals. The Grizzlies had just nine turnovers, three of which were caused by Golden State steals.

To put a feather in the cap of a superb night of executing the game plan, the Grizzlies outscored the Warriors in the paint 50-36.