Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 31 | 25 | 27 | 106 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers fended off the Celtics 113-106. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · 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.