Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
90
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 23 | 20 | 27 | 98 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 30 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Heat 98-90. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.