Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 4:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 25 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 102 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics squeaked past the Wizards 106-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.