Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Denver NuggetsNuggets
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 110 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 29 | 29 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Denver, the Nuggets edged the Celtics 118-110. The Nuggets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Nuggets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Nuggets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nuggets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.