Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 4:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
89
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 89 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 29 | 18 | 18 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Wizards 90-89. The Wizards couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. The Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell; the Wizards carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.