Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
133
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 38 | 33 | 20 | 42 | 133 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 30 | 38 | 20 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Cavaliers 133-114. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.