Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 28 | 24 | 34 | 114 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 31 | 32 | 25 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Celtics 117-114. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; the Heat pushed the pace until the other side broke. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.