Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
away
Chemistry
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 31 | 23 | 103 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 30 | 21 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers survived the Celtics 104-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Cavaliers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; the Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.