Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 97 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers survived the Celtics 99-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- 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.