Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
133
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Miami HeatHeat
129
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 24 | 31 | 30 | 17 | 133 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 38 | 22 | 31 | 25 | 13 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Heat 133-129 in overtime. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Heat's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.