‘Villain’ Mike Conley, playing in his old home, is a major reason the Utah Jazz have retaken control against Memphis
Veteran point guard’s efficient shooting, savvy experience, and improved defense have given his second team a 2-1 series lead over his first one, with Game 4 set to come Monday night.
(Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune) Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) fouls Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (10) as the Utah Jazz take on the Memphis Grizzlies during Game 1 of the first-round playoffs at Vivint Arena, May 23, 2021.
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