Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 26 | 26 | 30 | 112 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics snuck past the Mavericks 112-109. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.