Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Utah JazzJazz
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 36 | 27 | 21 | 35 | 119 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 38 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Jazz squeaked past the Spurs 123-119. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Jazz cashed in. The Jazz owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Jazz came in with something to prove after a loss. The Jazz locker room is humming, and it showed. Jazz's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.