Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
87
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 24 | 25 | 15 | 23 | 87 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 27 | 20 | 30 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Grizzlies 102-87. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; shots just aren't falling for the Grizzlies lately. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.