Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 25 | 29 | 23 | 25 | 102 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies survived the Timberwolves 102-99. Every possession went the Grizzlies way. The Grizzlies ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Grizzlies' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Grizzlies · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.