Published on: Nov 1, 2022 1:34 am IST|Updated on: Nov 1, 2022 1:34 am IST
UTA vs MEM Dream11: The NBA Regular Season has brought to us various incredible battles and we have been blessed with high-scoring tussles to kick off the season. And two of the high-scoring teams Utah Jazz will take on the Memphis Grizzlies.
These two met a couple of days only and the Jazz won 124:123 as the team pumped in three late triples., On the other hand, the Grizzlies did make a strong run in the fourth quarter but couldn’t get it done on the defensive end. For the Jazz, Lauri Markkanen and Kelly Olynyk combined for 46 points(23 each) whereas the Grizzlies saw Dillon Brooks drop 30 and Desmond Bane 32 points. The Grizzlies were without Ja Morant in the game.
Host: Utah Jazz Visitors: Memphis Grizzlies Match Timing: 1 November, @ 06:30 AM Venue: Vivint Smart Home Arena
Jazz: What a start!
The Jazz were slated to be a lottery team but they have showcased immense amount of promise. They lack an All-Star but that also means that the ball is moving well and there is no single enforcer. Getting Lauri Markkanen has given depth to the frontline whereas the guard depth is deep with Clarkson, Conley, Sexton, and Beasley. The team’s three-point shooting looks improved while including Jarred Vanderbilt and Kelly Olynyk has been a great decision. The trajectory of the season will depend upon how consistent the team is and how they respond on defense.
Grizzlies: They are deep The Grizzlies are blessed with a bonafide All-Star Ja Morant while Desmond Bane is emerging as an All-Star level scorer, having one of the best long-range shots in the world. Dillon Brooks is a solid wing whose offense is a bit inconsistent but he can get it done. The bench is deep with a starting-level Point Guard Tyus Jones, a strong slasher Brandon Clarke whereas Steven Adams provides strong rebounding. Santi Aldama has filled in well for defensive enforcer Jaren Jackson Jr. whereas John Konchar is a strong rebounder off-the-bench. Utah Jazz | Memphis Grizzlies Games: 07 | 06 Wins: 05 | 04 Defeats: 02 | 02
Utah Jazz Team News
Jazz Expected Starting Five Frontline: PF: Lauri Markkanen | PF: Kelly Olynyk | PF: Jarred Vanderbilt Guards: SG: Collin Sexton | PG: Mike Conley
BENCH: Jordan Clarkson, Rudy Gay, Johnny Juzang, Simone Fontecchio, Ochai Agbaji, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Micah Potter, Leandro Bolmaro, Walker Kessler.
Memphis Grizzlies Team News
Grizzlies Expected Starting Five Forwards: SF: Dillon Brooks | PF: Santi Aldama Middle: C: Steven Adams Guards: SG: Desmond Bane | PG: Ja Morant /Tyus Jones(If Morant doesn’t play)
BENCH ROTATIONS: Brandon Clarke, Jake LaVaria, Tyus Jones, John Konchar, David Roddy, Justin Bean, Vince Williams Jr., Kenny Lofton Jr., K Xavier Tillman.
Lauri Markkanen(UTA) Points: 23 Rebounds: 09 Assists: 05 Steals: 01 Blocks: 01 Lauri is having a career year and has led the Jazz scoring effort while being a strong rebounder. I expect him to be in 20+ points, 7-11 rebounds, 3-5 assists, and 1-2 steals/blocks range. He can be chosen as the Star/Pro Player in the Dream11 NBA scene.
Ja Morant(MEM) Morant missed the last game and when he plays, he is one of the best scorers, exploding the rim and also making difficult passes. IF he plays, I expect him to be in 25+ points and 6-10 assists range. He is QUESTIONABLE.
Jordan Clarkson(UTA) Points: 21 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 06 Jordan is a superb scorer and his transition from a bench player to a starter has been smooth for sure. I believe he will be in 20-26 points, 4-7 assists, and 1-2 steals range.
Desmond Bane(MEM) Points: 32 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 02 Steals: 01 Blocks: 01 Bane is one of the best shooters in the league and he keeps on elevating his scoring game. I believe he will be in 25-34 points range here.
Dillon Brooks(MEM) Points: 30 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 04 Steals: 03 After some off nights, Dillon stepped it up in the absence of Morant, making 12 of his 20 shots. I believe he will be in 17-23 points and 1-4 steals range.
Mike Conley (UTA) Conley missed the last game and when he plays, he is a tremendous contributor on the playmaking. I expect him to be in 10-15 points and 5-8 assists range if he plays.
UTA vs MEM Dream11 Lineup Balancers
(If Morant plays) PG: J Clarkson, T Jones, J Morant(SP) SG: C Sexton, D Bane SF: D Brooks PF: L Markannen(PP) C: K Olynyk
(If Conley plays but Morant doesn’t) PG: J Clarkson, M Conley, T Jones(PP) SG: C Sexton, D Bane SF: D Brooks PF: L Markannen(SP) C: S Adams
(If Conley doesn’t play and Morant too doesn’t) PG: J Clarkson,T Jones(PP) SG: C Sexton, D Bane SF: D Brooks PF: J Vanderbilt, L Markannen(SP) C: S Adams
Can the Grizzlies exact revenge for their last game loss against the Jazz? This match can be accessed through the NBA League Pass, which contains all the live games and their replay too. Scorers, news, and stats can be seen on the official website of NBA. The highlights can be viewed on the official NBA YouTube channel.