Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
134
away
Chemistry
Elite
San Antonio SpursSpurs
90
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 38 | 31 | 29 | 36 | 134 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 18 | 27 | 20 | 25 | 90 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Spurs 134-90. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; 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. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Spurs · 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.