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Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
117
away
Chemistry Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
110
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Chemistry Elite

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 33 25 32 27 117
Houston RocketsRockets 25 32 29 24 110

After Action Report

The Grizzlies outlasted the Rockets 117-110. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Grizzlies carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.