Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Elite
Washington WizardsWizards
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 24 | 35 | 29 | 120 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 90 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Celtics rolled past the Wizards 120-90. The Wizards had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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 · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.