Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
89
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 18 | 28 | 30 | 99 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 17 | 21 | 30 | 21 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Warriors 99-89. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; second-chance points piled up for the Warriors. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.