Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 33 | 25 | 20 | 26 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 18 | 21 | 29 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Magic shocked the Celtics 104-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics sent shots into the fifth row all night. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
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 · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.