Oklahoma City at Memphis

The Memphis Grizzlies did what they needed to do, and got the series equalizer in game two. It is all about the defense for the Grizzlies, as their offense is limited, but their game translates well in the playoffs as they are a half-court team. They have learned a lot about Oklahoma City, a team that bombed them for 116 points in the first meeting in Memphis this season. They held them to 87 points in the second meeting at home, and 56 points total in three of the four quarters. I look for them to come out on the defensive, limit possessions, and frustrate the Thunder on the offensive end. Oklahoma City has been around the playoffs long enough to know that they need to come here ready to match that intensity or they will be in trouble. Before the free throws spoil a bid for the full game UNDER, play the first half UNDER.