Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
88
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 35 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 88 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 20 | 40 | 38 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics buried the Nuggets 126-88. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. Shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Nuggets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Nuggets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.