Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
Miami HeatHeat
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 27 | 32 | 108 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 31 | 22 | 28 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Heat 108-105. Every possession went the Celtics way. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; second-chance points piled up for the Heat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.