Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
87
away
Chemistry
Tense
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 29 | 23 | 15 | 87 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Memphis, the Grizzlies downed the Lakers 98-87. The Lakers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Grizzlies. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · 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.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.