Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
146
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 37 | 27 | 23 | 123 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 50 | 33 | 30 | 33 | 146 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Grizzlies rolled past the Cavaliers 146-123. The Grizzlies got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies couldn't shake the cold spell. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Grizzlies · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.