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Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers, NBA
Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers Set for Eastern Conference Semifinals Matchup
Grizzlies, 76ers Advance to Conference Semifinals
The Memphis Grizzlies and Philadelphia 76ers have advanced to the Eastern Conference Semifinals after defeating their respective opponents in the first round of the playoffs. The Grizzlies defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games, while the 76ers defeated the Toronto Raptors in six games.
The Grizzlies and 76ers will now face off in a best-of-seven series for a chance to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. The series is expected to be a close one, as both teams are evenly matched.
Key Players to Watch
Some of the key players to watch in the Grizzlies-76ers series include:
- Ja Morant (Grizzlies): Morant is the Grizzlies' leading scorer and playmaker. He is averaging 27.4 points and 6.7 assists per game in the playoffs.
- Joel Embiid (76ers): Embiid is the 76ers' leading scorer and rebounder. He is averaging 30.4 points and 11.7 rebounds per game in the playoffs.
- Tyrese Maxey (76ers): Maxey is the 76ers' second-leading scorer. He is averaging 18.4 points per game in the playoffs.
- Dillon Brooks (Grizzlies): Brooks is the Grizzlies' best perimeter defender. He is averaging 1.7 steals per game in the playoffs.
Schedule and TV Information
The Grizzlies-76ers series will begin on Monday, May 2 at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN. The series will continue on Wednesday, May 4 at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN, Friday, May 6 at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN, and Sunday, May 8 at 3:30 PM ET on ABC.
The winner of the Grizzlies-76ers series will advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they will face the winner of the Miami Heat-Atlanta Hawks series.