Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 26 | 25 | 22 | 24 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 29 | 32 | 24 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Warriors 114-97. Celtics' positional fit overwhelmed the Warriors rotation. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.