Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 29 | 25 | 31 | 31 | 116 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 25 | 22 | 17 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Grizzlies took care of the Suns 116-97. Grizzlies' offense had its way with the Suns. The Grizzlies came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Suns. The Grizzlies rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.