Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
94
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 29 | 27 | 12 | 40 | 108 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 26 | 26 | 13 | 94 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Grizzlies downed the Rockets 108-94. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies came in with something to prove after a loss. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.