Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 8 | 108 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 21 | 26 | 23 | 16 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks edged the Celtics 116-108 in overtime. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks sent shots into the fifth row all night; Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.