Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
132
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 30 | 35 | 27 | 40 | 132 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 38 | 12 | 30 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies ran roughshod over the Celtics 132-105. The Grizzlies got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Grizzlies came in with something to prove after a loss; Grizzlies' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The second half turned a coin-flip into a runaway.
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 · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.