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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
116
away
Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
97
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 32 27 25 32 116
Washington WizardsWizards 29 30 19 19 97

After Action Report

The Grizzlies took care of the Wizards 116-97. The Wizards had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Grizzlies' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; the Grizzlies carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Grizzlies · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • Grizzlies · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.