Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
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Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
107
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 29 | 33 | 24 | 111 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 30 | 25 | 24 | 28 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Heat 111-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · 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.