Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 15 | 30 | 28 | 24 | 97 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 34 | 28 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks blew the doors off the Celtics 117-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; the Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.