Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 24 | 38 | 30 | 26 | 118 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 31 | 27 | 27 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics survived the Nuggets 120-118. Celtics torched the Nuggets on the offensive end. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Nuggets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.