Tue Oct 26, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 106 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 28 | 24 | 21 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Cavaliers 106-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.