Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
133
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 37 | 36 | 29 | 133 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 28 | 28 | 35 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Jazz pulled away from the Celtics 133-115. The breakneck pace played right into Jazz's hands. The Jazz owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Jazz came in with something to prove after a loss. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.