Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 23 | 27 | 38 | 120 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 31 | 26 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics snuck past the Clippers 120-119. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately; the Celtics bent the defense out of shape from deep. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.