Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 116 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 32 | 25 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat snuck past the Celtics 117-116. Heat controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Heat; the Heat pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.