Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 30 | 27 | 26 | 113 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 28 | 30 | 25 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Celtics fended off the Mavericks 113-107. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.