Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 26 | 23 | 31 | 106 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 35 | 32 | 27 | 35 | 129 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the SuperSonics ran roughshod over the Celtics 129-106. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.