Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 2
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
124
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 32 | 35 | 17 | 40 | 124 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 27 | 29 | 22 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Grizzlies pulled away from the Mavericks 124-111. Grizzlies controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Grizzlies carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Grizzlies' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Grizzlies per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.