Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
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Miami HeatHeat
102
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 26 | 26 | 36 | 112 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 23 | 32 | 22 | 25 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Heat 112-102. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.