Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 24 | 31 | 37 | 117 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 35 | 24 | 39 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Wizards outlasted the Celtics 124-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Wizards cashed in. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Wizards · 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.