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Season
2025
Game date
2026-01-26T23:00:00.000000Z
Start time
2026-01-27T00:00:00.000000Z
Home team id
11
Visitor team id
15
Home score
108
Visitor score
99
Home linescore
  1. 23
  2. 28
  3. 25
  4. 32
Visitor linescore
  1. 24
  2. 30
  3. 23
  4. 22
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FT
Status long
Finished
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Current period
4
Halftime
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Arena
Toyota Center (Houston)
Arena city
Houston
Arena state
TX
Stage
2
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Name
Houston Rockets
Nickname
Rockets
Code
HOU
City
Houston
Conference
west
Division
Southwest
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Bio fr
<p>Fondés en 1967 à San Diego avant de s'installer définitivement à Houston en 1971, les Houston Rockets incarnent l'ambition spatiale du Texas et l'excellence basketballistique de la NBA. Évoluant dans la conférence Ouest au sein de la division Southwest, cette franchise emblématique du Toyota Center a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances exceptionnelles et sa capacité à attirer les plus grands talents mondiaux.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Tilman Fertitta, magnat de l'hôtellerie et de la restauration, les Rockets poursuivent leur quête d'excellence avec une vision moderne du basketball. Le général manager Rafael Stone, architecte de la reconstruction de l'équipe, travaille de concert avec le head coach Ime Udoka pour redonner à Houston ses lettres de noblesse. Udoka, ancien assistant champion NBA avec les Spurs et les Celtics, apporte son expertise défensive et sa philosophie de jeu collective pour transformer cette jeune équipe prometteuse.</p> <p>Le palmarès des Rockets brille particulièrement dans les années 1990 avec deux championnats NBA consécutifs en 1994 et 1995, une époque dorée menée par le légendaire Hakeem Olajuwon. Ces titres constituent l'apogée d'une franchise qui a toujours su conjuguer talent individuel et réussite collective. Six maillots flottent fièrement dans les hauteurs du Toyota Center, honorant les contributions exceptionnelles de Hakeem Olajuwon (#34), le pivot nigérian naturalisé américain, Moses Malone (#24), Calvin Murphy (#23), Clyde Drexler (#22), Yao Ming (#11) et Rudy Tomjanovich (#45).</p> <p>L'héritage des Rockets transcende les frontières américaines, particulièrement grâce à des légendes comme Yao Ming qui a ouvert la voie aux talents internationaux, et surtout Hakeem Olajuwon, né au Nigeria, qui demeure l'une des plus grandes figures de l'histoire NBA. Cette tradition d'excellence internationale se perpétue aujourd'hui avec Josh Okogie, l'arrière nigérian qui incarne parfaitement les valeurs de combativité et de détermination chères aux Rockets. Formé aux États-Unis mais fier de ses racines africaines, Okogie apporte son énergie défensive et son leadership naturel à une équipe en pleine reconstruction.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 42 victoires pour 27 défaites en cette saison 2025-26, les Rockets démontrent que leur processus de reconstruction porte ses fruits. Cette performance remarquable place l'équipe en position favorable pour les playoffs et confirme le travail méticuleux d'Ime Udoka. La connexion africaine des Rockets, symbolisée par l'héritage d'Olajuwon et l'engagement actuel d'Okogie, résonne particulièrement avec les fans du continent africain qui voient en cette franchise un pont entre l'Afrique et l'excellence NBA.</p> <p>Les ambitions des Rockets s'articulent désormais autour d'un retour au sommet de la conférence Ouest, s'appuyant sur un mélange explosif de jeunes talents prometteurs et de vétérans expérimentés, dans la tradition d'une franchise qui n'a jamais cessé de viser les étoiles.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Houston Rockets stand as one of the NBA's most globally-minded franchises, a team whose identity has been forged through championship excellence and an unwavering commitment to international basketball talent. Founded in 1967 as the San Diego Rockets before relocating to Houston in 1971, the franchise has evolved into a beacon of basketball innovation and multicultural representation in the heart of Texas.</p> <p>Under the ownership of Tilman Fertitta, the billionaire restaurateur and entertainment mogul, the Rockets have maintained their reputation as a forward-thinking organization that embraces both tradition and transformation. Fertitta's vision, executed through General Manager Rafael Stone's strategic acumen, focuses on building sustainable success while honoring the franchise's rich heritage. Head Coach Ime Udoka brings defensive intensity and championship experience to the helm, having guided the team through a crucial developmental phase as they return to playoff contention with their impressive 42-27 record this season.</p> <p>The Rockets' golden era remains their back-to-back NBA Championships in 1994 and 1995, led by the incomparable Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon. Those title runs established Houston as a basketball powerhouse and created a template for international excellence that continues to define the franchise. The organization's commitment to honoring greatness is evident in their six retired jerseys, which tell the story of basketball's global evolution: Hakeem Olajuwon (#34), Moses Malone (#24), Calvin Murphy (#23), Clyde Drexler (#22), Yao Ming (#11), and Rudy Tomjanovich (#45).</p> <p>The Rockets' legendary roster reads like a multicultural hall of fame, featuring icons from across the globe. From Olajuwon's Nigerian heritage to Yao Ming's transformative impact as China's basketball ambassador, Houston has consistently embraced international talent. This tradition continues today through players like Josh Okogie, the dynamic Nigerian guard whose tenacious defense and athletic versatility embody the modern Rockets' identity. Okogie's presence strengthens the vital connection between Houston and Africa, representing the next generation of African talent making their mark in the NBA while inspiring young players across the continent.</p> <p>Currently positioned as a rising force in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division, the Rockets blend veteran leadership with emerging young talent. Their Toyota Center home has become a melting pot of basketball cultures, where international flair meets Texas grit. The franchise's commitment to global outreach, particularly their connection to African basketball through players like Okogie, reflects Houston's broader identity as an international city.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season progresses, the Rockets' strong record positions them as legitimate playoff contenders, potentially marking their return to postseason basketball after years of rebuilding. Under Udoka's guidance and Stone's vision, the team is crafting a new chapter that honors their championship legacy while building toward future greatness. The Rockets' story remains one of international brotherhood, championship excellence, and the enduring power of basketball to unite diverse cultures under one unified mission of pursuing NBA glory.</p>
Owner
Tilman Fertitta
General manager
Rafael Stone
Head coach
Ime Udoka
President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    11
    Player
    Yao Ming
    Year
    2017
  2. Number
    22
    Player
    Clyde Drexler
    Year
    2000
  3. Number
    23
    Player
    Calvin Murphy
    Year
    1984
  4. Number
    24
    Player
    Moses Malone
    Year
    1989
  5. Number
    34
    Player
    Hakeem Olajuwon
    Year
    2002
  6. Number
    45
    Player
    Rudy Tomjanovich
    Year
    1983
Championships
  1. 1994
  2. 1995
Championship count
2
Notable players
  1. Name
    Hakeem Olajuwon
    Years
    1984-2001
    Jersey
    34
  2. Name
    Moses Malone
    Years
    1976-1982
    Jersey
    24
  3. Name
    Calvin Murphy
    Years
    1970-1983
    Jersey
    23
  4. Name
    Clyde Drexler
    Years
    1995-1998
    Jersey
    22
  5. Name
    Yao Ming
    Years
    2002-2011
    Jersey
    11
  6. Name
    Tracy McGrady
    Years
    2004-2010
    Jersey
    1
  7. Name
    Ralph Sampson
    Years
    1983-1987
    Jersey
    50
  8. Name
    Rudy Tomjanovich
    Years
    1970-1981
    Jersey
    45
  9. Name
    Otis Thorpe
    Years
    1988-1995
    Jersey
    33
  10. Name
    Kenny Smith
    Years
    1990-1996
    Jersey
    30
  11. Name
    Vernon Maxwell
    Years
    1988-1995, 1998-2000
    Jersey
    11
  12. Name
    Robert Horry
    Years
    1992-1996
    Jersey
    25
  13. Name
    Sam Cassell
    Years
    1993-1996
    Jersey
    10
  14. Name
    James Harden
    Years
    2012-2021
    Jersey
    13
Honours
  1. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1994
    Details
    Beat New York Knicks 4-3
  2. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1995
    Details
    Beat Orlando Magic 4-0
  3. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1981
    Details
    Lost to Boston Celtics 4-2
  4. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1986
    Details
    Lost to Boston Celtics 4-2
  5. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1994
    Details
    Won NBA Championship
  6. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1995
    Details
    Won NBA Championship
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Houston Rockets débute en 1967 avec la création des San Diego Rockets, franchise d'expansion dirigée par Robert Breitbard. Le nom "Rockets" était un clin d'œil à l'industrie aérospatiale florissante de San Diego. Malgré des débuts prometteurs avec Elvin Hayes comme première star, sélectionné premier choix de la draft 1968, la franchise peine à s'imposer en Californie.</p> <p>En 1971, les Rockets déménagent à Houston, Texas, où le nom prend une résonance particulière avec le centre spatial Johnson de la NASA. Cette relocalisation marque le véritable début de l'identité moderne de la franchise. Les premières années texanes sont difficiles, mais l'arrivée de Moses Malone au milieu des années 1970 transforme l'équipe. Le pivot dominant mène Houston à sa première finale NBA en 1981, perdue face aux Boston Celtics de Larry Bird.</p> <p>La véritable révolution arrive en 1984 avec la sélection d'Hakeem Olajuwon en première position de la draft. "The Dream" devient rapidement l'âme et le visage de la franchise. Ses "Dream Shakes" légendaires et sa polyvalence défensive font des Rockets une force redoutable. Après plusieurs saisons de playoffs frustrantes, notamment face aux Lakers de Magic Johnson, Houston atteint enfin le sommet.</p> <p>L'ère dorée survient au milieu des années 1990. En 1994, profitant de la première retraite de Michael Jordan, les Rockets remportent leur premier championnat NBA. Olajuwon, nommé MVP des finales, domine les New York Knicks dans une série épique en sept matchs. Le Game 6 à Houston, remporté 86-84, reste gravé dans les mémoires avec le tir décisif de John Starks qui rebondit sur le cerceau.</p> <p>L'année suivante, en 1995, Houston récidive de manière encore plus spectaculaire. Sixièmes à l'Ouest, les Rockets signent la première série de playoffs de l'histoire NBA en tant que 6e tête de série à remporter le titre. Ils battent successivement Utah, Phoenix, San Antonio et Orlando en finales. Le sweep face au Magic de Shaquille O'Neal et du jeune Penny Hardaway couronne une saison extraordinaire d'Olajuwon, soutenu par Clyde Drexler, acquis en cours de saison.</p> <p>Après le départ d'Olajuwon au début des années 2000, Houston traverse une période de reconstruction. L'arrivée de Yao Ming en 2002 (premier choix de draft) et de Tracy McGrady en 2004 relance les ambitions. Le duo sino-américain fait sensation, mais les blessures récurrentes de Yao limitent leur impact en playoffs. McGrady, malgré ses 35 secondes légendaires face aux Spurs en 2004, ne franchira jamais le premier tour avec Houston.</p> <p>L'ère James Harden, débutée en 2012, redonne une identité offensive révolutionnaire aux Rockets. Sous la direction de Daryl Morey puis Rafael Stone, Houston adopte une philosophie analytique poussée, privilégiant les tirs à trois points et près du cerceau. Harden, MVP 2018, mène l'équipe à de nombreux succès en saison régulière et aux finales de Conférence Ouest en 2015, 2018 et 2019.</p> <p>Le point culminant de cette époque reste la saison 2017-2018, quand Houston pousse les Golden State Warriors champions en titre jusqu'au Game 7 des finales de Conférence. La blessure de Chris Paul dans cette série symbolise la malédiction des Rockets face aux super-équipes californiennes.</p> <p>Depuis 2021, après les départs de Harden et des vétérans, Houston s'engage dans une reconstruction totale. Avec des jeunes talents comme Alperen Şengün et Jalen Green, les Rockets misent sur l'avenir tout en honorant leur riche héritage, des exploits d'Olajuwon aux records de Harden, dans l'une des franchises les plus respectées de la NBA.</p>
History en
<p>The Houston Rockets' journey began not in Texas, but on the California coast as the San Diego Rockets in 1967. Founded as part of the NBA's expansion, the franchise took its name from the aerospace industry that dominated San Diego's economy. The early San Diego years were marked by struggle, with the team posting losing records and failing to establish a strong fan base despite drafting future Hall of Famer Elvin Hayes in 1968.</p> <p>In 1971, the franchise relocated to Houston, maintaining the "Rockets" moniker—a fitting choice given the city's prominence in NASA's space program. The move to the Lone Star State marked the beginning of the team's true NBA identity. Throughout the 1970s, the Rockets gradually built respectability, featuring players like Rudy Tomjanovich and Calvin Murphy, though playoff success remained elusive.</p> <p>The franchise's fortunes changed dramatically in 1984 with the selection of Hakeem Olajuwon as the first overall draft pick. The Nigerian-born center, initially known as Akeem, brought an unprecedented combination of agility, defensive prowess, and offensive skill to the position. Alongside Ralph Sampson, the towering duo formed the "Twin Towers," leading Houston to their first NBA Finals appearance in 1986, where they fell to the Boston Celtics in six games.</p> <p>The early 1990s saw the Rockets emerge as true championship contenders. With Olajuwon in his prime and supported by players like Otis Thorpe, Vernon Maxwell, and later Clyde Drexler, Houston captured back-to-back NBA championships in 1994 and 1995. These titles came during Michael Jordan's first retirement, but the Rockets proved their mettle by defeating formidable opponents, including the New York Knicks in a grueling seven-game Finals in 1994 and sweeping Shaquille O'Neal's Orlando Magic in 1995.</p> <p>Olajuwon's dominance during this period was absolute. His signature "Dream Shake" move became legendary, and he remains the only player in NBA history to win Finals MVP, regular season MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year in the same season (1994). The 1994-95 championship run was particularly memorable, as the Rockets became the lowest-seeded team (sixth) to ever win an NBA title.</p> <p>Following Olajuwon's decline in the late 1990s, the Rockets entered a rebuilding phase. The arrival of Yao Ming in 2002 as the first overall pick marked a new era and brought unprecedented global attention to the franchise. The 7'6" Chinese center, paired with scoring guard Tracy McGrady, formed a dynamic duo that made the Rockets competitive again in the mid-2000s, though injuries to both stars prevented deep playoff runs.</p> <p>The modern Rockets era began with the 2012 hiring of general manager Daryl Morey, who pioneered the NBA's analytics revolution. The acquisition of James Harden from Oklahoma City in 2012 transformed Houston into an offensive juggernaut. Harden's unique style, combined with the "Moreyball" philosophy emphasizing three-pointers and layups, made the Rockets one of the league's most polarizing yet successful teams.</p> <p>Under coach Mike D'Antoni and later Stephen Silas, the Harden-led Rockets consistently contended for championships, reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2015, 2018, and 2020. The addition of Chris Paul in 2017 brought the franchise tantalizingly close to the Finals, but injuries and the Golden State Warriors' dominance prevented breakthrough success. The 2018 Western Conference Finals, where Houston led the eventual champion Warriors 3-2 before losing, remains one of the franchise's most heartbreaking near-misses.</p> <p>Following Harden's departure to Brooklyn in 2021 and subsequent roster upheaval, the Rockets have entered a new rebuilding phase focused on developing young talent. With promising prospects and a commitment to sustainable success, Houston continues its quest to return to championship contention while honoring a rich history that spans from the Twin Towers to the analytics revolution.</p>
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Memphis Grizzlies
Nickname
Grizzlies
Code
MEM
City
Memphis
Conference
west
Division
Southwest
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Bio fr
<p>Les Memphis Grizzlies incarnent l'esprit combatif et la résilience du basketball professionnel américain depuis leur installation dans la ville du blues en 2001. Cette franchise de la Conférence Ouest, qui évolue dans la Division Southwest, a su construire une identité unique basée sur la ténacité et le travail acharné, reflétant parfaitement l'âme de Memphis, Tennessee.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Robert Pera, entrepreneur technologique visionnaire, les Grizzlies bénéficient d'une approche moderne et analytique du basketball. Le tandem formé par le General Manager Zach Kleiman et l'entraîneur principal Taylor Jenkins représente une nouvelle génération de dirigeants NBA, privilégiant le développement des jeunes talents et l'innovation tactique. Leur philosophie s'articule autour de la construction d'une culture gagnante durable, mêlant tradition défensive et basketball moderne.</p> <p>Bien que la franchise n'ait jamais remporté de championnat NBA, elle a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances mémorables et son style de jeu unique. Les Grizzlies ont notamment brillé durant l'ère "Grit and Grind", une époque dorée qui a vu l'équipe devenir l'une des défenses les plus redoutables de la NBA et atteindre régulièrement les playoffs.</p> <p>Deux légendes de la franchise ont vu leur maillot retiré et suspendu aux poutres de l'arène. Marc Gasol, le pivot espagnol au numéro 33, a incarné l'intelligence basketballistique et la polyvalence durant de nombreuses saisons, devenant une figure emblématique de Memphis. Zach Randolph, porteur du numéro 50, représente quant à lui l'esprit combatif des Grizzlies avec son jeu physique et sa détermination sans faille dans la raquette.</p> <p>La riche histoire de la franchise s'enrichit également des contributions exceptionnelles de joueurs légendaires comme Pau Gasol, le frère aîné de Marc qui a posé les bases du succès futur, Mike Conley Jr., meneur exemplaire et véritable général sur le terrain, ou encore Tony Allen, défenseur impitoyable surnommé "The Grindfather". Les fans se souviennent aussi de Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Shane Battier, du flamboyant Jason Williams, de Bryant Reeves et plus récemment de Ja Morant, prodige athlétique qui a révolutionné le jeu offensif de l'équipe.</p> <p>Actuellement, avec un bilan de 24 victoires pour 45 défaites, les Grizzlies traversent une période de reconstruction. Cette saison 2025-26 s'inscrit dans une logique de développement à long terme, l'organisation mise sur la progression de ses jeunes talents et la construction d'un noyau compétitif pour les années à venir. L'ambition reste claire : retrouver les sommets de la Conférence Ouest et décrocher ce premier titre NBA tant convoité, tout en perpétuant l'héritage unique de cette franchise qui a su conquérir le cœur des amateurs de basketball par son authenticité et sa passion.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies stand as one of the NBA's most compelling franchise stories, embodying the gritty, blue-collar spirit of their Tennessee home while navigating through a challenging 2025-26 campaign that sees them sitting at 24-45 in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division. Under the ownership of Robert Pera since 2012, the franchise has cultivated an identity rooted in defensive tenacity and relentless effort that mirrors the work ethic of Memphis itself.</p> <p>Originally founded as the Vancouver Grizzlies in 1995 before relocating to Memphis in 2001, the franchise has never captured an NBA championship but has built a legacy around memorable playoff runs and unforgettable characters. The organization's culture reached its zenith during the "Grit and Grind" era of the 2010s, when players like Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen transformed Memphis into a feared playoff contender known for their suffocating defense and physical style of play.</p> <p>The franchise's pantheon of legends reflects both eras of their existence, from early stars like Bryant Reeves and Shareef Abdur-Rahim in Vancouver, to the crafty Jason Williams and defensive stalwart Shane Battier in their early Memphis years. The Gasol brothers, Pau and Marc, represent perhaps the most significant international connection in franchise history, with Marc's jersey number 33 hanging in the rafters alongside Zach Randolph's number 50 – the only two retired numbers in team history, symbolizing the heart and soul of those memorable Grizzlies teams.</p> <p>Current leadership remains anchored by General Manager Zach Kleiman and Head Coach Taylor Jenkins, who have worked to rebuild the franchise around emerging talent while maintaining the organizational values that defined their most successful periods. Their vision centers on developing young players within a system that emphasizes team basketball and defensive commitment, hallmarks that have defined Memphis basketball culture for over two decades.</p> <p>The modern face of the franchise has been Ja Morant, whose explosive athleticism and highlight-reel plays have energized the fanbase and brought national attention back to Memphis basketball. Morant's emergence as a legitimate superstar has provided hope that the Grizzlies can return to their playoff-contending ways, even as this season's struggles suggest the team remains in a transitional phase.</p> <p>Robert Pera's ownership has been marked by a commitment to the Memphis community and a patient approach to building sustainable success. His investment in both the team and the city has helped solidify the Grizzlies' place in Memphis culture, where the franchise serves as a source of civic pride despite never reaching the ultimate goal of an NBA championship.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season winds down with playoff hopes diminished, the Grizzlies find themselves at another crossroads, seeking to recapture the magic that once made FedExForum one of the NBA's most intimidating venues. The challenge remains building around their core talent while maintaining the defensive identity and competitive spirit that has defined Memphis basketball throughout their nearly three-decade journey from expansion franchise to beloved community institution.</p>
Owner
Robert Pera
General manager
Zach Kleiman
Head coach
Taylor Jenkins
President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    50
    Player
    Zach Randolph
    Year
    2022
  2. Number
    33
    Player
    Marc Gasol
    Year
    2023
Championships
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Championship count
0
Notable players
  1. Name
    Marc Gasol
    Years
    2008-2019
    Jersey
    33
  2. Name
    Zach Randolph
    Years
    2009-2017
    Jersey
    50
  3. Name
    Mike Conley Jr.
    Years
    2007-2019
    Jersey
    11
  4. Name
    Pau Gasol
    Years
    2001-2008
    Jersey
    16
  5. Name
    Tony Allen
    Years
    2010-2017
    Jersey
    9
  6. Name
    Shareef Abdur-Rahim
    Years
    1996-2001
    Jersey
    3
  7. Name
    Shane Battier
    Years
    2001-2006
    Jersey
    31
  8. Name
    Jason Williams
    Years
    1998-2001
    Jersey
    55
  9. Name
    Bryant Reeves
    Years
    1995-2001
    Jersey
    50
  10. Name
    Ja Morant
    Years
    2019-
    Jersey
    12
  11. Name
    Jaren Jackson Jr.
    Years
    2018-
    Jersey
    13
  12. Name
    Rudy Gay
    Years
    2006-2013
    Jersey
    22
Honours
  1. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2013
    Details
    56-26 record
  2. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2022
    Details
    56-26 record
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Memphis Grizzlies débute en 1995 avec une promesse d'expansion qui allait connaître des tribulations géographiques avant de trouver sa véritable identité dans le Sud américain. Née sous le nom de Vancouver Grizzlies lors de la saison 1995-96, cette franchise canadienne faisait partie de l'expansion NBA aux côtés des Toronto Raptors, marquant l'arrivée du basketball professionnel au Canada.</p> <p>Les premières années vancouveroises furent marquées par les difficultés typiques d'une équipe d'expansion. Malgré la présence de joueurs comme Bryant Reeves, surnommé "Big Country", et Shareef Abdur-Rahim qui émergea comme une étoile offensive, les Grizzlies peinaient à trouver leur rythme. Le taux de change défavorable du dollar canadien et les difficultés à attirer les grandes stars compliquèrent l'établissement de la franchise dans le marché vancouverois.</p> <p>Le tournant majeur survint en 2001 avec le déménagement vers Memphis, Tennessee. Cette relocalisation marqua le début d'une nouvelle ère pour la franchise, qui conserva son identité visuelle mais adopta une mentalité différente. L'arrivée de Pau Gasol lors de la draft 2001 constitua la première pierre d'un édifice qui allait progressivement se construire.</p> <p>L'ère Jerry West, qui rejoignit l'organisation en tant que président, apporta une crédibilité immédiate. Sous sa direction, Memphis commença à attirer des talents et à développer une culture gagnante. Pau Gasol devint rapidement le visage de la franchise, remportant le titre de Rookie of the Year en 2002 et établissant les fondations d'une équipe compétitive.</p> <p>La véritable transformation s'opéra au début des années 2010 avec l'émergence du style "Grit and Grind". Cette philosophie, incarnée par des joueurs comme Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol (frère de Pau), Tony Allen, et Mike Conley Jr., révolutionna l'identité de l'équipe. Les Grizzlies devinrent synonymes de défense acharnée, de jeu physique et de résilience mentale.</p> <p>L'apogée de cette ère survint lors des playoffs 2011, quand Memphis, huitième tête de série, créa la sensation en éliminant les San Antonio Spurs, premiers de la conférence Ouest, au premier tour. Cette victoire historique, menée par l'intensité défensive de Tony Allen et la polyvalence de Zach Randolph, propulsa les Grizzlies sur la carte nationale et établit leur réputation de "giant killers".</p> <p>Les années suivantes confirmèrent cette montée en puissance. Marc Gasol, élu Défenseur de l'Année en 2013, et Mike Conley Jr. formèrent un duo redoutable, menant l'équipe vers plusieurs participations consécutives aux playoffs. Le point culminant arriva en 2013 avec une mémorable série de Finales de Conférence contre les San Antonio Spurs, où Memphis poussa l'éventuel champion NBA jusqu'au match 7.</p> <p>La fin des années 2010 marqua une transition nécessaire. Le départ de Marc Gasol vers Toronto en 2019, où il remportera son premier championnat NBA, symbolisa la fin de l'ère "Grit and Grind". L'organisation entreprit alors une reconstruction stratégique, axée sur le développement de jeunes talents.</p> <p>L'arrivée de Ja Morant, sélectionné deuxième choix de la draft 2019, inaugura une nouvelle ère explosive. Son style de jeu spectaculaire, combinant vitesse, athlétisme et leadership naturel, redonna immédiatement espoir aux fans de Memphis. Rookie of the Year en 2020, Morant incarna rapidement l'avenir de la franchise.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Taylor Jenkins et avec des compléments comme Jaren Jackson Jr. et Desmond Bane, les Grizzlies ont retrouvé les playoffs en 2021, dépassant toutes les attentes. Leur progression fulgurante culmine avec leur statut actuel de contendant sérieux dans l'Ouest, prouvant que Memphis peut à nouveau rêver grand. Bien qu'aucun championnat NBA ne figure encore au palmarès, l'histoire des Grizzlies illustre parfaitement la persévérance et l'évolution constante du basketball professionnel moderne.</p>
History en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies franchise began its NBA journey as the Vancouver Grizzlies during the 1995-96 season, part of the league's expansion into Canada alongside the Toronto Raptors. Founded in Vancouver, British Columbia, the team was named after the region's grizzly bear population, establishing an identity that would endure even through relocation.</p> <p>The Vancouver years (1995-2001) were marked by struggle and growing pains typical of expansion franchises. Playing at General Motors Place, the Grizzlies endured six difficult seasons, never achieving a winning record. The team's best Vancouver season came in 2000-01 with a 23-59 record under head coach Sidney Lowe. Key players during this era included Shareef Abdur-Rahim, who became the franchise's first star, averaging over 20 points per game for multiple seasons, and Mike Bibby, drafted third overall in 1998.</p> <p>Financial difficulties and limited fan support led to the franchise's relocation to Memphis, Tennessee, in 2001. The move transformed the Grizzlies into the first major professional sports franchise in Memphis since the ABA's Memphis Sounds. Playing initially at the Pyramid Arena before moving to FedExForum in 2004, the team began building a new identity in the basketball-loving city.</p> <p>The early Memphis years saw gradual improvement under general manager Jerry West, who joined the organization in 2002. West's shrewd draft picks and trades began reshaping the roster. The 2003 NBA Draft proved pivotal when Memphis selected Pau Gasol, who would become the franchise's first All-Star and cornerstone player. Gasol's arrival marked the beginning of the team's competitive era.</p> <p>The Grizzlies achieved their first playoff appearance in 2004, reaching the postseason for three consecutive years (2004-2006). Though they were swept in the first round each time, these appearances established Memphis as a legitimate NBA market and built a passionate fanbase known as "Grit and Grind" faithful.</p> <p>The franchise's golden era emerged in the early 2010s under the "Grit and Grind" identity. After trading Pau Gasol to the Lakers in 2008 for his younger brother Marc Gasol, the team developed a defensive-minded, physical style of play. The core of Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen became synonymous with Memphis basketball culture.</p> <p>This era peaked with seven consecutive playoff appearances from 2011-2017, including the franchise's greatest achievement: reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2013. The Grizzlies' upset victory over the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2011 playoffs, becoming just the fourth eighth seed to defeat a first seed, remains one of the most iconic moments in franchise history.</p> <p>Marc Gasol emerged as the team's greatest player, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2013 and multiple All-Star selections. Mike Conley Jr. became the franchise's most consistent point guard, while Zach Randolph provided interior toughness that epitomized the "Grit and Grind" philosophy.</p> <p>The late 2010s brought transition as the core aged. The team traded Marc Gasol and Mike Conley in 2019, officially ending the "Grit and Grind" era. However, this period also introduced Ja Morant, selected second overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, who immediately transformed the franchise's trajectory with his explosive athleticism and leadership.</p> <p>Under Morant's leadership and coach Taylor Jenkins, the Grizzlies have experienced a remarkable renaissance. The 2021-22 season saw Memphis achieve a franchise-record 56 wins and the second seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Morant's Rookie of the Year campaign in 2020 and subsequent All-Star selections have restored excitement to Memphis basketball.</p> <p>The current era features a young, talented roster built around Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane, representing a new generation of Grizzlies basketball. While championships remain elusive, the franchise has established itself as a model of small-market success, combining passionate fan support with competitive basketball that honors both the "Grit and Grind" legacy and an exciting, fast-paced future.</p>
Bio verified
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Arena
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Arena city
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Arena state
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Founded
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Nba franchise
Yes
Mvp player
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Payload
Quarter grid
  1. Quarter
    Q1
    Home
    23
    Visitor
    24
  2. Quarter
    Q2
    Home
    28
    Visitor
    30
  3. Quarter
    Q3
    Home
    25
    Visitor
    23
  4. Quarter
    Q4
    Home
    32
    Visitor
    22
Lead summary
Largest lead
9
Largest lead team
home
Lead changes
1
Team stats
Home
Players used
10
Fgm
41
Fga
92
Fg pct
44.6
Tpm
11
Tpa
37
Tp pct
29.7
Ftm
15
Fta
20
Ft pct
75
Rebounds off
16
Rebounds def
41
Rebounds total
57
Assists
29
Steals
9
Blocks
3
Turnovers
16
Personal fouls
13
Visitor
Players used
10
Fgm
39
Fga
105
Fg pct
37.1
Tpm
7
Tpa
37
Tp pct
18.9
Ftm
14
Fta
17
Ft pct
82.4
Rebounds off
21
Rebounds def
31
Rebounds total
52
Assists
26
Steals
9
Blocks
5
Turnovers
13
Personal fouls
21
Leaders
Home
Scorer
Name
Alperen Sengun
Value
33
Jersey
28
Rebounder
Name
Alperen Sengun
Value
9
Jersey
28
Assister
Name
Amen Thompson
Value
14
Jersey
1
Visitor
Scorer
Name
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Value
17
Jersey
20
Rebounder
Name
Vince Williams Jr.
Value
8
Jersey
5
Assister
Name
Cam Spencer
Value
13
Jersey
24
Player stats
Home
  1. Nba player id
    244
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    37
    Points
    33
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    6
    Fgm
    11
    Fga
    24
    Fg pct
    45.8
    Tpm
    4
    Tpa
    9
    Tp pct
    44.4
    Ftm
    7
    Fta
    9
    Ft pct
    77.8
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kevin
    Lastname
    Durant
    Jersey
    7
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    236
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    34
    Points
    33
    Assists
    6
    Rebounds total
    9
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    6
    Fgm
    15
    Fga
    17
    Fg pct
    88.2
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    75
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    5
    Personal fouls
    5
    Plus minus
    12
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Alperen
    Lastname
    Sengun
    Jersey
    28
    Position
    C
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    238
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    17
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    17
    Fg pct
    35.3
    Tpm
    4
    Tpa
    8
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    10
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Tari
    Lastname
    Eason
    Jersey
    17
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    240
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    42
    Points
    8
    Assists
    14
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    5
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    30
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    11
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Amen
    Lastname
    Thompson
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  5. Nba player id
    237
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    34
    Points
    8
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    8
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    6
    Fg pct
    33.3
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jabari
    Lastname
    Smith Jr.
    Jersey
    10
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    241
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    15
    Points
    4
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    18.2
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    7
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Reed
    Lastname
    Sheppard
    Jersey
    15
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    231
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    16
    Points
    3
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    4
    Fg pct
    25
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    9
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Dorian
    Lastname
    Finney-Smith
    Jersey
    8
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  8. Nba player id
    233
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    25
    Points
    2
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    3
    Fg pct
    33.3
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    1
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    7
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Josh
    Lastname
    Okogie
    Jersey
    21
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  9. Nba player id
    234
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    4
    Points
    0
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    0
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jae'Sean
    Lastname
    Tate
    Jersey
    8
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  10. Nba player id
    247
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    11
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    7
    Points
    0
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    0
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    -7
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Clint
    Lastname
    Capela
    Jersey
    30
    Position
    C
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

Visitor
  1. Nba player id
    318
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    17
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    12
    Fg pct
    58.3
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    66.7
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Santi
    Lastname
    Aldama
    Jersey
    34
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    311
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    32
    Points
    17
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    6
    Fgm
    8
    Fga
    17
    Fg pct
    47.1
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    20
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -10
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jaren
    Lastname
    Jackson Jr.
    Jersey
    20
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    323
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    14
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    16
    Fg pct
    37.5
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    66.7
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    GG
    Lastname
    Jackson
    Jersey
    45
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  4. Nba player id
    328
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    26
    Points
    12
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    30.8
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    16.7
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -9
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jaylen
    Lastname
    Wells
    Jersey
    Not provided by the source.
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Nba player id
    335
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    18
    Points
    11
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    9
    Fg pct
    55.6
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    25
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kentavious
    Lastname
    Caldwell-Pope
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    333
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    8
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    23.1
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    66.7
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -14
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    C.
    Lastname
    Coward
    Jersey
    23
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    322
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    11
    Points
    8
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    4
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    100
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    OlivierMaxence
    Lastname
    Prosper
    Jersey
    18
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  8. Nba player id
    321
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    21
    Points
    7
    Assists
    5
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    4
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    20
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    16.7
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Vince
    Lastname
    Williams Jr.
    Jersey
    5
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  9. Nba player id
    327
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    5
    Assists
    13
    Rebounds total
    5
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    20
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Cam
    Lastname
    Spencer
    Jersey
    24
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  10. Nba player id
    315
    Nba game id
    1045
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    20
    Points
    0
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    1
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    0
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    John
    Lastname
    Konchar
    Jersey
    55
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

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