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Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
95
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 29 26 27 35 117
Sacramento KingsKings 23 30 21 21 95

After Action Report

The Celtics rolled past the Kings 117-95. 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 bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.