Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
90
away
Chemistry
Cold
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 18 | 19 | 29 | 24 | 90 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 27 | 38 | 26 | 29 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies blew the doors off the Rockets 120-90. Every possession went the Grizzlies way. The Grizzlies carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Grizzlies locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.