Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 36 | 15 | 38 | 121 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 21 | 29 | 31 | 17 | 98 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Heat 121-98. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.