Grit and Glory: Grizzlies and Heat Triumph in NBA Play-In Games to Secure Playoff Spots
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The Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat advanced to the NBA playoffs after winning their respective play-in games. Ja Morant led the Grizzlies to a victory against the Dallas Mavericks despite a sprained ankle, while the Miami Heat made history by becoming the first No. 10 seed to advance with two road wins, defeating the Atlanta Hawks in overtime.
Key Points
Ja Morant played through a sprained ankle to help the Grizzlies defeat the Mavericks 120-106, securing the Western Conference's eighth seed.
The Grizzlies will face the top-seeded Oklahoma City in the first round of the playoffs.
Anthony Davis of the Mavericks played through a calf injury but couldn't finish the game.
The Miami Heat became the first No. 10 seed to advance to the playoffs with two road wins, defeating the Atlanta Hawks 123-114 in overtime.
Tyler Herro's performance in overtime, including two 3-pointers, was crucial for the Heat's victory.
The Heat will face the No. 1 seed Cleveland in the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Trae Young's lay-in forced overtime in the Heat-Hawks game, but Miami ultimately prevailed.
