Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Elite
Miami HeatHeat
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 27 | 22 | 27 | 97 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 16 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Heat knocked off the Celtics 101-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Heat carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.