Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
92
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 17 | 21 | 28 | 26 | 92 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 21 | 37 | 22 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers outlasted the Grizzlies 102-92. The Grizzlies couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · 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.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.