Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
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Chemistry
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 39 | 29 | 21 | 28 | 117 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 29 | 29 | 22 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics outlasted the Cavaliers 117-111. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.