Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
85
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 23 | 17 | 17 | 85 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 30 | 17 | 30 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Celtics 100-85. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Shots just aren't falling for the Mavericks lately; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.