Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 31 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 116 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 24 | 29 | 33 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Grizzlies squeaked past the Suns 116-111. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Grizzlies cashed in. The Suns carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · 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.