Hawks (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
114
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Boston CelticsCeltics
101
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 36 | 26 | 21 | 31 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 27 | 22 | 32 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Clippers handled the Celtics 114-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Clippers cashed in. The Clippers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Clippers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.