Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
139
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Boston CelticsCeltics
147
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 31 | 31 | 25 | 11 | 7 | 139 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 27 | 33 | 29 | 11 | 15 | 147 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Knicks 147-139 in double overtime. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.