Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 30 | 20 | 28 | 102 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 24 | 29 | 20 | 35 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Kings held off the Celtics 108-102. The better team simply showed up tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.