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PLAYERS: Tim Duncan,  Zach Randolph
TEAMS: San Antonio Spurs,  Memphis Grizzlies
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Tim Duncan and Zach Randolph will be the matchup for tonight's game when the San Antonio Spurs visit the Memphis Grizzlies. The last time these two men faced each other, Duncan had the better individual game. he shot 75% (6-8) from the paint area while shooting 67% (4-6) from mid range with Randolph on the court and Randolph shot 30% (4-13) from the paint area and 20% (1-5) from mid range with Duncan on the opposing him. The game ended in overtime with San Antonio defeating Memphis 99-95 with Duncan having 27 points and 15 rebounds compared to Randolphs 17 points (5-21 overall shooting) and 15 rebounds. What Duncan must do on offense: This season he's had a more consistent mid range jumper than before. If Duncan can keep in motion from the top of the key to the paint, that will tire Randolph out. Zach Randolph prefers more of a power game inside where he can push his opponents around and Duncan in motion will make him use up energy and legs. With Tim shooting mor...
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