Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
85
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 25 | 19 | 24 | 17 | 85 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Grizzlies 111-85. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.