Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 26 | 28 | 28 | 22 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 23 | 29 | 21 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets outlasted the Celtics 104-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Nuggets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge. The Nuggets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.