Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 4:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 36 | 32 | 19 | 30 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 34 | 28 | 37 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Wizards 131-117. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.