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The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Indiana Pacers 125–106 on March 1 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, controlling the matchup through superior ball movement and defensive intensity. T. Hendricks led Memphis with 19 points, while J. Wells added 18, supported by the team's 34 assists and 40 rebounds compared to Indiana's 31 boards and 29 dimes. The Grizzlies shot 51.1 percent from the field and made 15 three-pointers, matching the Pacers' perimeter output while maintaining a +10 advantage in field-goal efficiency. J. Walker's 21 points paced Indiana, but the Pacers' 18 turnovers and defensive rating of 126.1 proved costly; Memphis forced 12 steals and finished with a 126.1 offensive rating. The decisive fourth quarter saw Memphis outscore Indiana 34–23, erasing any first-half momentum the home team had built. The final tally fell below the Vegas total of 236.5, indicating a defensive-minded contest. Memphis' balanced scoring attack and turnover management now position them favorably in the playoff race.
