Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
124
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 39 | 36 | 124 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 24 | 29 | 28 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Cavaliers 124-105. Celtics' defense smothered the Cavaliers all night. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.