Sat Mar 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
144
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 40 | 30 | 37 | 37 | 144 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 31 | 29 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Grizzlies buried the Trail Blazers 144-116. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Grizzlies came in with something to prove after a loss. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.