Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 116 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 31 | 18 | 21 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Mavericks 116-97. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.