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Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
118
away
Chemistry Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
109
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 34 33 31 20 118
San Antonio SpursSpurs 24 34 25 26 109

After Action Report

The Grizzlies outlasted the Spurs 118-109. The tempo dragged the Spurs into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Grizzlies' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Grizzlies · 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.