Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
92
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
96
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 15 | 25 | 25 | 92 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 21 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Spurs stunned the Celtics 96-92. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Spurs. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.