Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
away
Chemistry
Elite
San Antonio SpursSpurs
127
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 29 | 38 | 31 | 122 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 34 | 25 | 35 | 33 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Spurs survived the Celtics 127-122. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
