Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 27 | 19 | 27 | 11 | 108 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 31 | 25 | 26 | 15 | 5 | 102 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Celtics outlasted the Spurs 108-102 in overtime. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.