Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
72
away
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 17 | 14 | 24 | 72 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 20 | 29 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers buried the Celtics 104-72. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.