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The Memphis Grizzlies enter Monday's matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers riding a two-game win streak and sporting an impressive 10-7 record on the season. Their high-powered offense has been firing on all cylinders, averaging a blistering 120.3 points per game while shooting a scorching 48.4 percent from the field.
Over their last 10 games, the Grizzlies have ramped up the offensive intensity even further, pouring in 121.2 points per contest on nearly 48 percent shooting. Their three-point barrage has been particularly potent, hovering around 34.6 percent from beyond the arc. Memphis has also tightened up defensively, allowing just 111.8 points while grabbing 48 rebounds and dishing out 29.1 assists per game over this stretch.
On the other hand, the Trail Blazers limp into Memphis with a 7-10 record, though they're coming off a much-needed win in their last outing. Portland's offensive struggles have persisted all season, averaging a modest 105.5 points while shooting just 42.8 percent from the floor. They've been particularly anemic from three-point range, hitting at a 33.3 percent clip.
However, the Blazers have shown signs of life over their last five games, boosting their scoring output to 102.2 points while slightly improving their shooting percentages. Defensively, they've tightened up, allowing 106.2 points and grabbing 46.8 rebounds per contest during this stretch. If Portland can sustain this improved two-way play, they could give the red-hot Grizzlies a run for their money on Monday night.