Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 23 | 25 | 28 | 108 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 23 | 28 | 28 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Celtics survived the Mavericks 108-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in. 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
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.