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Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
133
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Chemistry Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
114
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 32 33 27 41 133
Sacramento KingsKings 22 29 29 34 114

After Action Report

The Grizzlies took care of the Kings 133-114. The Grizzlies got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Grizzlies carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Grizzlies pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Kings utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Kings · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.