Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 4:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 36 | 28 | 16 | 34 | 114 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 31 | 27 | 31 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies squeaked past the Suns 117-114. Grizzlies controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Grizzlies answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
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.
- 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.