Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
98
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Boston CelticsCeltics
102
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 21 | 17 | 31 | 29 | 98 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 22 | 33 | 18 | 102 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics survived the Clippers 102-98. The Clippers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.