3. Memphis Grizzlies
Key Starters: Marc Gasol (All-NBA Second team), Zach Randolph (15.4 ppg, 11.2 rebs. per game) and Tony Allen.
Key Reserves: Ed Davis (7.8 ppg, 5.7 rebs. per game last season)
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Do not make the mistake of judging them by their regular season performance. Irrespective of what position they finish the regular season at, their Playoff performance rises to another level altogether.
Their team is built on a defensive system that is led by the duo of NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marc Gasol and a 2 time selection to the All-NBA Defensive first team Tony Allen. The contribution of Zach Randolph, Mike Conley and Tayshaun Prince cannot be taken for granted.
Don’t expect spectacular games from them during the regular season but mark your calendars with the dates they play their matches during the Playoffs for a display of a gritty, grinding Playoff defense.
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