Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 27 | 33 | 25 | 109 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 23 | 20 | 25 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics took care of the Clippers 109-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.