Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 24 | 24 | 20 | 30 | 11 | 109 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 23 | 23 | 27 | 10 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies snuck past the Celtics 109-108 in overtime. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Grizzlies bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.