Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
90
away
Chemistry
Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 26 | 18 | 23 | 23 | 90 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Kings ran roughshod over the Grizzlies 126-90. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Grizzlies couldn't shake the cold spell. The Kings locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Grizzlies · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.