Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
99
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Los Angeles ClippersClippers
98
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 25 | 21 | 27 | 26 | 99 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 25 | 25 | 26 | 22 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies squeaked past the Clippers 99-98. Every possession went the Grizzlies way. Grizzlies' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.