Memphis Grizzlies vs. Boston Celtics Game Preview

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The Memphis Grizzlies 2021-2022 season feels like it started just weeks ago, and yet, we have now reached the final game of the regular season.

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The Grizzlies welcome the Boston Celtics to FedExForum for the season finale, a finale that, at least for the Grizzlies,

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Grizzlies, has more meaning as a final tune-up for the playoffs more than it is significant for playoff seeding or anything else.

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However, just because the the Grizzlies may not have anything tangible to play for in terms of this year, they still do have a bit of reason to be motivated to get the win on Sunday.

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For one, they will be attempting to set a new franchise record for regular season wins, surpassing the total of 56 set by the 2012-2013 Grizzles.

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And for how special this season has been so far for Memphis, if the roster wants to go all out, within reason, to achieve that record, they certainly should be given a chance to do so.

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For Morant to officially be on stat leaderboards for this season. playing in 58 total games, with Sunday being his 58th game, would be essential.

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First major title beckons Scottie Scheffler heading into final round

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