Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
136
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 30 | 24 | 23 | 104 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 36 | 24 | 40 | 36 | 136 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards blew the doors off the Heat 136-104. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.