Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 40 | 21 | 25 | 40 | 126 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 13 | 38 | 19 | 22 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Cavaliers 126-92. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.