Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 97 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 20 | 23 | 25 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Trail Blazers 97-92. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.