Warriors Win Play-In Game, Advance to Face Grizzlies
Warriors Lock in Western Conference Playoff Spot
Golden State Wins Ninth Straight Playoff Game, Will Face Memphis in First Round
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Sacramento Kings 109-98 in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament on Monday night, earning the eighth seed in the playoffs and a matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies.
The Warriors were led by Stephen Curry, who scored 30 points and dished out seven assists. Klay Thompson added 25 points, and Draymond Green had 11 points, 16 rebounds, and seven assists.
The Warriors led by just three points at halftime, but they pulled away in the third quarter. They outscored the Kings 33-18 in the period, and they never looked back.
The Kings were led by De'Aaron Fox, who scored 24 points. Domantas Sabonis added 22 points and 14 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Warriors.
The Warriors will now face the Grizzlies in the first round of the playoffs. The Grizzlies are the Western Conference's second seed, and they will be a tough opponent for the Warriors.
Game 1 of the series is scheduled for Saturday night in Memphis.
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