Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Utah JazzJazz
108
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 37 | 22 | 19 | 99 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 30 | 29 | 24 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Jazz edged the Celtics 108-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Jazz locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Jazz per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.