Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 23 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 125 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies demolished the Lakers 125-97. Grizzlies' scorers couldn't be contained. Grizzlies' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. The Grizzlies rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.