Rockets (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 23 | 23 | 28 | 24 | 98 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 29 | 29 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics knocked off the Warriors 104-98. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Warriors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Warriors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.