Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
144
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
133
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 32 | 25 | 28 | 41 | 18 | 144 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 33 | 32 | 36 | 7 | 133 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Grizzlies handled the Celtics 144-133 in overtime. Grizzlies controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Grizzlies; the Grizzlies answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Grizzlies bench chemistry carried them. The Grizzlies rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.