76ers are the champions!
  1. Lobby
  2. Draft
  3. Preseason
  4. Season
  5. Playoffs
Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
89
away
Chemistry Cold
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
90
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 19 21 23 26 89
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 16 22 25 27 90

After Action Report

The Grizzlies snuck past the Celtics 90-89. The Grizzlies won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Grizzlies couldn't shake the cold spell; the Grizzlies pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.