Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 31 | 26 | 25 | 19 | 101 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 32 | 18 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics handled the Grizzlies 116-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.