Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 27 | 29 | 30 | 20 | 106 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 23 | 21 | 30 | 23 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies outlasted the Spurs 106-97. The Grizzlies won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Grizzlies' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Spurs · 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.