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Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
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Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
106
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 32 20 24 21 97
Washington WizardsWizards 27 17 30 32 106

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Wizards edged the Celtics 106-97. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Wizards. Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.