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The Memphis Grizzlies have been running hot in the NBA ever since the injury to their MVP, Ja Morant. Despite losing out on their premiere player, they have proved to be a team worthy of competing at every stage. Tonight, they fended off the Golden State Warriors to get their 53rd win of the season.

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While fans have been going crazy for high-flying JA for the most part, this time it was the Aquaman who found his twin. Steven Adams was left happy after he saw a similar-looking fan in the arena.

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Despite his huge body frame, Adams is one of the nicest guys in the league. He has often given proof by helping out fellow players. However, with his basketball, he is also the strongest player in the league. Adams had given players nightmares with his screens and left them on the floor. But this time around, a fan had a surprise for Adams.

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During a timeout against the Warriors, a twin of Steven Adams came up in the stands and had the arena going crazy.

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Steven Adams finds twin during NBA clash

While the Grizzlies put up a masterclass against the Bay, their night was only about to get better. In particular, Adams, who found his twin in the most unlikely ways. During a timeout, the NBA big man saw himself in the arena. It was a great moment to watch as the Grizzlies keep marching on this season.

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While the Grizzlies had their moments off the court, on the court, they were as stellar as ever. In their second run without Ja Morant, the Grizzlies are once again yet to go down. While the Warriors did lack their best players, the bears of Memphis put up a show at home.

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The Warriors saw Jordan Poole lead the way once again. The upcoming scorer put up 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists. All-star Andrew Wiggins was unable to generate anything. He added just 10 points on 5-15 shooting. The two rookies had a valuable night combined for 33 points in the 95-123 loss.

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Desmond Bane was the leader for the Grizzlies coming in with 22 points. Melton keeps putting the pressure off the bench as he scored 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. Dillon Brooks did a good job to make up for Jaren Jackson’s absence with 21 points on 60% shooting. The Grizzlies are proving they are capable winners even without their best players suited up.

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With their momentum so far, do you think Memphis can win the title with Ja Morant at the wheel? Let us know your views in the comments below.

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