Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 22 | 28 | 17 | 97 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks pulled away from the Celtics 114-97. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.