Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
135
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
132
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 37 | 28 | 39 | 135 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 21 | 39 | 37 | 35 | 132 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics survived the Clippers 135-132. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.