Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
86
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 24 | 15 | 28 | 99 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 15 | 23 | 26 | 22 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Clippers 99-86. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell; second-chance points piled up for the Clippers.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.