Memphis came out on top in an exciting game against Boston. "I'm sure it was a dream game for the fans, with the result in the balance down to the end," said Memphis coach Bob. "But these sorts of games give me gray hair."

Bob and his counterpart, Boston coach Bob, brought out the best in their teams. "Not a lot of mistakes from either side," said Bob. "That's what I like to see. Of course, I'd like to see us win as well but only one team can do that. Memphis just played better, and we have to tip our hats to them."

Memphis was led by Dolly (25 points, 5 boards, 1 assists), Brown (7 points, 15 boards, 2 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Washington (14 points, 8 boards, 1 assists, 3 blocks). Boston was led by Guevara (25 points, 9 boards, 2 assists), Woodard (19 points, 8 boards, 3 assists, a steal), Owens (19 points, 0 assists, 2 blocks).

With today's win, Memphis stand at 3-0. They stay at #2 in the Southwest and remain at #4 overall in the Western Conference. After this loss, Boston fall to 0-3 and 0-2 at home. They remain at #5 in the Atlantic and move down to #14 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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