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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
103
away
Chemistry Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 26 27 22 28 103
Boston CelticsCeltics 27 30 23 29 109

After Action Report

The Celtics held off the Grizzlies 109-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.