Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
89
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 19 | 29 | 18 | 89 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 26 | 33 | 23 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks took care of the Celtics 106-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.