Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 38 | 24 | 37 | 128 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 31 | 33 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics outlasted the Mavericks 128-117. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.