Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 36 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 110 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 39 | 27 | 25 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Nuggets 111-110. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Nuggets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nuggets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.