Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
81
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 17 | 16 | 24 | 24 | 81 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 30 | 31 | 27 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Celtics buried the Clippers 115-81. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Clippers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.