Brooks scores season-high 32 points for Grizzlies
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Dillon Brooks brought out a pair of multicolored Louis Vuitton sunglasses for the post-game press conference. He said they were called “millionaire glasses.”
It was only fitting that he showed up in flashy shades after scoring a season-high 32 points to lead the Grizzlies to a 126-115 win over the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Friday night.
The Bulls were without leading-scorer Zach Lavine, who missed the game due to health and safety protocols. The Bulls have lost five in a row.
The game was tied at halftime, but the Grizzlies scored 37 points in the third quarter and eventually led by as much as 18 in the fourth.
The Grizzlies beat the Bulls 101-90 at Fedex Forum on Monday.
Dillon Brooks scores season-high 32 points
Brooks was 12-of-19 shooting and scored 15 points in the third quarter and knocked down three 3-pointers. His previous season-high was 28. His careerhigh is 36.
“I’m focused on my follow-through and just how much I bend my knees to get some lift on the shot,” Brooks said. “And once it starts feeling good I want to be able to take those shots more. Figure out how to get my teammates involved more as well.”
Kyle Anderson’s shot wasn’t falling, but he still made an impact
Kyle Anderson missed six of his first seven shots, including five consecutive 3-pointers. However, he found other ways to stuff the stat sheet for the Grizzlies.
He grabbed 11 rebounds, dished 7 assists, and blocked a pair of shots.
Efficient minutes from Xavier Tillman
Xavier Tillman scored in double-figures for the third time this month. He had points off the bench in the first quarter. The rookie forward finished with 14 points on 4-of-6 shooting in 17 minutes.
“I think X shows a lot of versatility on both sides of the floor,” Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said. “I thought he ran the floor really well, was a great screen-setter, obviously found moments to get out to the 3-point line and knock it down. I just love the confidence he’s showing there over the last couple of games.”
Six Grizzlies in double-figures
The Grizzlies spread the scoring around, with Brooks, Jonas Valanciunas, Ja Morant, Grayson Allen, and Tyus Jones in double-figures. They also took care of the ball, posting 33 assists against five turnovers.