Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 12 | 39 | 29 | 29 | 109 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 27 | 26 | 19 | 26 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the SuperSonics 109-98. The tempo dragged the SuperSonics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.