Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 32 | 12 | 35 | 105 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 27 | 24 | 22 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Clippers snuck past the Celtics 105-103. The better team simply showed up tonight. Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.