Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 22 | 28 | 26 | 40 | 116 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 39 | 26 | 23 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics snuck past the Grizzlies 121-116. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Grizzlies' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.
- Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.