Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
93
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 20 | 25 | 21 | 93 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 20 | 23 | 32 | 27 | 102 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Spurs stunned the Celtics 102-93. Lineup balance gave the Spurs a clear synergy edge. Spurs' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. The Spurs rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.