Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
135
away
Chemistry
Elite
Sacramento KingsKings
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 31 | 34 | 38 | 135 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 35 | 25 | 31 | 38 | 129 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics edged the Kings 135-129. The Kings had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.