Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
114
away
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
94
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 33 | 29 | 20 | 32 | 114 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 23 | 25 | 21 | 94 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Grizzlies blew the doors off the Trail Blazers 114-94. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Grizzlies cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Grizzlies stayed locked in; Trail Blazers' positional balance gave them a synergy edge. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- 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.
- 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.