Fri Nov 19, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 28 | 22 | 23 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Spurs took care of the Celtics 111-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Spurs answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Spurs' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.