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Thu Dec 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
117
away
Chemistry Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
100
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 35 15 33 34 117
Phoenix SunsSuns 11 32 23 34 100

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Grizzlies outlasted the Suns 117-100. The breakneck pace played right into Grizzlies' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Grizzlies · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.