Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Oct 26, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
95
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 24 | 30 | 20 | 95 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 32 | 29 | 20 | 29 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers handled the Celtics 110-95. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · 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.