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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
114
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Chemistry Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
116
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 30 30 22 32 114
Washington WizardsWizards 29 32 27 28 116

After Action Report

In Washington, the Wizards squeaked past the Grizzlies 116-114. The tempo dragged the Grizzlies into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Grizzlies · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.