Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 19 | 36 | 28 | 25 | 108 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 17 | 22 | 28 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Grizzlies pulled away from the Celtics 108-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Grizzlies played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.
- Grizzlies · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.