Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
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Sacramento KingsKings
97
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 24 | 30 | 32 | 108 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 19 | 33 | 22 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Kings 108-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. 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.
What tipped it
- Kings · 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 · 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.