Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 26 | 35 | 22 | 107 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 27 | 37 | 27 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers outlasted the Celtics 119-107. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · 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.