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Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
112
away
Chemistry Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Utah JazzJazz 29 30 29 24 112
Boston CelticsCeltics 27 28 33 30 118

After Action Report

The Celtics fended off the Jazz 118-112. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Jazz carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · 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.
  • Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.