Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 36 | 28 | 29 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 37 | 30 | 29 | 33 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers edged the Celtics 129-122. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.