Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
100
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 16 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 97 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 28 | 30 | 22 | 20 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies squeaked past the Celtics 100-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Grizzlies carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Grizzlies pushed the pace until the other side broke. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.