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Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
118
away
Chemistry Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 22 29 37 30 118
Los Angeles LakersLakers 24 35 27 29 115

After Action Report

In Los Angeles, the Grizzlies squeaked past the Lakers 118-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Grizzlies cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; Grizzlies' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.