Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
141
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 37 | 33 | 31 | 128 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 37 | 38 | 26 | 40 | 141 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies took care of the Trail Blazers 141-128. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies pushed the pace until the other side broke. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.