Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
100
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 100 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 32 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Clippers 109-100. Every possession went the Celtics way. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · 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.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.