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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
98
away
Chemistry Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
91
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Miami HeatHeat 31 21 26 20 98
Boston CelticsCeltics 14 25 30 22 91

After Action Report

In Boston, the Heat held off the Celtics 98-91. The Heat got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Heat's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Heat · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.