Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
92
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
86
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 15 | 17 | 33 | 27 | 92 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 17 | 18 | 26 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Mavericks 92-86. The Mavericks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. The Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.