Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 25 | 33 | 28 | 112 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 30 | 19 | 26 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Celtics handled the Cavaliers 112-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics steamroller is in full effect right now; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.