Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
119
away
Chemistry
Elite
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 30 | 28 | 37 | 119 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 26 | 28 | 39 | 25 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Celtics snuck past the Warriors 119-118. The better team simply showed up tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.