Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
96
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 21 | 29 | 27 | 105 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 16 | 24 | 28 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Memphis, the Celtics fended off the Grizzlies 105-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.