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Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
87
away
Chemistry Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
95
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 25 25 22 15 87
New York KnicksKnicks 27 20 28 20 95

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Knicks edged the Grizzlies 95-87. The Grizzlies couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Knicks. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Knicks; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Grizzlies looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Grizzlies rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Grizzlies · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.