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Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
119
away
Chemistry Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
111
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 30 32 30 27 119
San Antonio SpursSpurs 32 29 21 29 111

After Action Report

In San Antonio, the Grizzlies fended off the Spurs 119-111. The tempo dragged the Spurs into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; Spurs' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Spurs · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • 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.